His Only Antidote by Shirley Owen

Chapter 23

Elvis leht, leaving Nola standing there feeling gloomy.

“How could I tell if you are pleased or not? Nola thought to herself. Was that only a ruse to make her please him, and he would refuse her no matter what?

But working in Grayson Group would be like a dream come true!

Nola was torn all morning, and finally, she decided to make an effort for the sake of her future.

One should know when to yield and when not. Nola had done this before. She was willing to do what she could to ge from Elvis.

Nola was determined to butter him up tonight!

How would she do that, though? That was the problem.

Nola was a straightforward girl. She had never coaxed anyone before and wanted to do it while maintaining her dignity, which could be tricky. Alisa was amused seeing Nola happy in one moment and vexed in another.

Breeze Garden was brimming with vigor and vitality since Mrs. Grayson got here, and Mr. Grayson seemed happier than before, which was a promising sign. Alisa put some fruit in front of Nola and left quietly without disturbing her thought

Nola racked her brain, trying to find the best way to please Elvis and make him say yes, but she couldn’t. Nola had no choice but to seek help from her best friend Linda, who quickly responded: [Honey trap.]

Nola was confused. She didn’t get it. Linda stole out and called Nola, “What’s not to understand? You are a smart girl, Nola. You know what I was suggesting. Take the initiative and be intimate with Elvis. He will say yes to anything you ask once he is satisfied.”

“That’s terrible advice, Linda.” Nola’s face blushed when she realized what Linda was saying. The image of Elvis kissing her emerged in Nola’s head, which made her heart race suddenly.

“You guys are married, for God’s sake. There is nothing to be ashamed of. Are you afraid you are not attractive to him? You’ve been living together for some time now. Didn’t you do that?”

each other. Nola reassured herself that such a thing would never happen between them.

How could he restrain himself in front of you? Do you

Nola stood

think he’s

deal, Nola?” Linda pursued. Nola wasn’t sure either. Elvis had no woman

really

changed her tone and said, “Be serious, girl.

feel manly. All men

“What’s g

are his wife. All you have to do is praise him and make him look up to them. I couldn’t believe I had to tell you

work for Elvis

doesn’t, you can always give him some drinks. He’ll say yes

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It shouldn’t be too hard. Nola remembered her promise of treating Elvis to dinner when he helped her last

dinner. The only choice left was to cook a homemade meal for him. Nola would butter Elvis up and give him some

do this!” Nola decided. Next, she had to get

I ask you something?” Nola greeted Alisa warmly and inquired about

Nola was in a dilemma. He sounded fastidious, and Nola wasn’t much of a cook. All she could make was some ordinary dishes. Therefore, she decided

cook for tonight.

Mrs. Grayson. I can’t let you do that. Mr. Grayson will punish me if he finds

But he must be tired from eating outside, so I thought he would like a home–cooked dinner. Alisa, please let

understood that it was a way for young people to express love for

it

was only