Chapter 80

Mia

James and I spent an hour walking the mall and shopping for suitcases. I wasn’t particular about luggage and, in fact, thought any old one would do. James, however, insisted I get a matching set. Thus, I found myself getting one of those very fancy, expensive Louis Vuitton traveling collections. By the time we were done shopping, I felt awfully guilty for spending James’ money yet again.

We were in one of the restaurants, having lunch, when I couldn’t help myself and said, “James, I know I’m… um…”

How did I even go about this? Telling him I didn’t want to be so indebted to him even though I was supposed to be his mistress.

James cocked his head to one side. “What’s the matter?”

I licked my lips and then cleared my throat. I stared down at my food as I said, “You’re spending too much on me.”

“You don’t like that?”

I shook my head. “Well, it’s not that… I just don’t want to be indebted to you. That’s all.” I glanced at him and noted his dark frown. My heart constricted in dread. “Wh