Chapter 0581

Nicholas' gaze was like an invisible rope, tightly binding my body and limbs in front of him. As I stared into his dark eyes, a sense of danger radiated from them, making me want to flee.

"There's nothing to see."

I quickly turned away, desperate to leave as fast as I could. His expression was so certain as if he was sure he could change my impression of him. And he really was confident. But I didn't want to play along anymore.

Instinctively, I raised my hands to my chest. And sure enough, a large hand brushed against my side, missing me by a fraction.

A small smirk tugged at my lips. I knew exactly what he was up to.

Before I could celebrate my small victory, his hand, brushing against my side, made a quick turn and gripped me tightly. In a dizzying twist, I found myself sitting on his lap, trapped between his body and the wooden desk.

I furrowed my brow and instinctively turned my head to look at him. "You said you wouldn't get close to me without my permission."

A mixture of disappointment and sadness flashed in his eyes. He slowly lowered his gaze, almost as if he dared not to look at me.

just want to

trembled slightly. Clearly struggling with explanations, he awkwardly said, "What happened today wasn't

study for this reason. I would rather believe that he was simply angry

me for days, not

it!" I gritted my teeth, a surge of unexplained anger rising within

"Let me go!"

"No."

in front of me on the desk, holding me even tighter. His sharp chin dug into my shoulder, sending a sharp, uncomfortable

wouldn't ease.

"Nicholas Hawk!"

calling him by his full name. He didn't respond, only

different temperatures. His face was cold, yet his body was burning hot. Even

until I calmed down

He's on the verge of bankruptcy and can't get loans

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