Chapter 19
I I assure you my relationship 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 placed it on the table .
He stated that the contract was just a formality about employment and salary .
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 salad .
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 grew large as he wrapped an arm around my shoulders and pulled me close .
I was immediately entranced by his scent and warmth ; electricity flared 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 you come crawling back to me .
How long do you plan 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 glanced at me and shrugged a shoulder .
That was Daisy , he murmured .
Shes a noble Lycan and my late 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 didnt last 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 .