Chapter 291

• “Why, Mr. Carrero!” I smile at him, hoping to look amused. “I didn’t know you knew how to do such things,” I purr demurely, and he smiles, relaxing a little. Finally, that look in his eye dissipates; mission accomplished. I’ve always been good at quick recoveries, no matter how bad the shock; the mask is back on, and he’s none the wiser.
• “You would be surprised at my capabilities, Emma. Maybe you’ll let me show you the extent of them sometimes.” He’s still eyeing me, only this time with that mischievous glint, and I try a more genuine smile and shake my head. It’s always sex with him.
• “Do you want me to order food?” he asks again, insistently with his serious tone back on.