Chapter 0019  I I assure you my rtionship with Ethan is over .


    Im only interested in my job as Matts tutor .


    I thrive on professionalism , and I promise to remain ethnically loyal , I told him , well aware that I was rambling , but I couldnt help myself .


    He intimidated me .


    He stared at me for a heartbeat , making me even more nervous .


    Rest assured that no lines will ever be crossed , 1 added .


    istone And what about me ? He asked ; he didnt sound condescending .


    He had more of a boyish curiosity in his and his gaze was almost soft .


    My heart skipped a beat , and felt my cheeks heating .


    No lines will ever be crossed with you as well , I promised him sincerely .


    Gavin was silent for a moment as he assessed me and then he gave me a short nod I hope you can remember to honor that , he said , almost daring I was about to reply , but the waitress returned with our wine .


    Gavin then switched the subject to my schedule , and we agreed upon a schedule that worked for us both .


    Then , he took out the contract and ced it on the table .


    He stated that the contract was just a formality about employment and sry .


    Its also stated that you arent to tell anyone who you work for , he continued .


    Its for safety .


    Yours and mine .


    I make all my staff agree to the same terms .


    I nodded ; it made sense , so I didnt argue .


    He handed me a pen and after I looked over the contract , I filled in my basic information and signed each line he pointed at Soon after , the waitress returned with our food .


    This looks delicious , I said before taking my first bite of the delicious sd .


    Gavin got a rare steak with mashed potatoes and roasted veggies .


    We both ate in silence and gradually sipped on our wine .


    When I was just about done , I could feel the wine had gone right through me .


    I need to use the restroom , I told him as I slid out of the booth .


    Ill be back .


    He nodded and I took off towards the bathroom , walking by a stunning woman with auburn hair and the most dazzling green eyes I had ever seen .


    As I walked by her , she brushed her shoulder against mine , making me pause .


    I briefly wondered if she did that on purpose ; she didnt even apologize ! 1 brushed the thought out of my head though and quickly went to the bathroom .


    When I returned , I noticed that Gavin was now standing , and his arms were folded across his chest .


    He was speaking to the woman who bumped me a few minutes ago .


    She looked upset with him and when I approached , I heard her words clearly .


    So , this is why you havent called me back ? Because you been with another hussy ?? Thats enough , Daisy , he said , his voice low and threatening .


    Just answer the question , Gavin .


    Are you seeing her ? She asked , hurt evident in her tone .


    Gavins eyes flickered to me as if he could sense that I was nearby .


    Without answering her , he walked over to me .


    My eyes grewrge as he wrapped an arm around my shoulders and pulled me close .


    I was immediately entranced by his scent and warmth ; electricity red across my flesh from his touch , his face  Chapter 0019 buried against the nape of my neck .


    The woman , Daisys , eyes followed him , and she looked utterly pissed .


    And if I am ? Gavin asked ; I could feel his breath against my cheek and my heart hammered wildly in my chest .


    Youll soon tire of her , Daisy sneered , folding her arms across her chest .


    You always do and then youe crawling back to me .


    How long do you n on being the third wheel on our date ? Gavin asked .


    My breath hitched from his words , Daisy scowled .


    This isnt over , she muttered before giving me a nasty look and storming off .


    As soon as she was out of sight , Gavin released me .


    I nearly fell to the ground from how weak my legs were .


    I could hardly speak as Gavin walked back to the table and resumed his food as if nothing had happened W …what was that ? I stammered breathlessly , hating how weak I sounded .


    Gavin nced at me and shrugged a shoulder .


    That was Daisy , he murmured .


    Shes a noble Lycan and myte wifes sister .


    I was stunned by his remark .


    Oh , I managed to say .


    My mother has been wanting to pair us together as a second chance for me , he continued .


    I didnt want to reject her too bluntly .


    Im sorry for using you like that .


    My cheeks were still on fire and Im sure he noticed but he didnt mention anything about it .


    I nodded in reply and said nothing more .


    We finished our meals and Gavin paid .


    Gavin had the driver take us back to my house and I thanked him for the meal and the job before I got out of the car and walked to the door .


    The car remained until I was inside and then I could hear it driving off .


    I let out a breath I hadnt known I was holding .


    But the slight relief didntst long because I could hear my mother speaking to someone in the living room .


    The minute I reached the entryway , my entire body froze when saw who was sitting on the couch , chatting away y with my mother .


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