Chapter 23

• "She's the representative of the company I'm investing billions in. The company that I see as my personal project, my baby. She's nothing else. Why are you like this?" His anger is evident, with strained words and a fiery aura. His denial, however, wounds Sophia. That he would disrespect the years they have known one another. Despite their rocky romance, they have been business alliances for so long, and he's usually so blatantly honest on other fronts that this brings her hackles back up, revives her fight or flight instinct fiercely. It would show a modicum of respect for her if he didn't lie to her face so blatantly.
• "You know, if you get caught having an affair with an employee from that company, it's all over for you and them. It's gross negligence and misuse of power. She'll lose her job and reputation, and you'll lose your seat on POLO for a million legal and ethical reasons. You're a married man to the VP of your own company." It's a warning, Sophia's only real way of digging her claws into him because she knows an emotional plea will do nothing. It's not like he's afraid of losing her love or their marriage.
• "Sophia!" His warning tone through gritted teeth only fuels her on.