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?”

of course not! We respect each other. Nola reassured herself that such a thing would never happen between

gorgeous, and he’s a man. How could he restrain himself in front of you? Do

horrible!” Nola stood up suddenly. What

think he’s

What’s his deal, Nola?” Linda pursued. Nola wasn’t sure either. Elvis had no woman around him,

he really

had digressed. She changed her tone and said, “Be serious, girl. I

men love

“What’s g

into you? You are his wife. All you have to do is praise him and make him look up to them. I couldn’t

work for Elvis Grayson?”

him some drinks. He’ll

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good! Thanks, Linda You are the best! Linda was right. It shouldn’t be too hard. Nola remembered her promise of treating Elvis to

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

do this!” Nola decided. Next, she had

something?” Nola greeted Alisa warmly and inquired about Elvis‘ favorite food and

a cook. All she could make was some ordinary dishes. Therefore, she decided to cook her specialty dishes based on

cook for

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

Alisa. Elvis helped me a great deal before, and I promised to treat him to dinner sometime. But he must be tired from eating outside, so I thought he would like a home–cooked dinner. Alisa,

that it was a way for young people to express

it

was only one concern…