I would never allow that!

NICHOLAS POV

What the hell? I cursed underneath my breath.

For a second or two, anger seethed through me, and then, it gave way to irritation.

Greg was still looking at me, smiling. " Do you like Sia?" He repeated.

I cocked an eyebrow, “Your superpower is to be the most annoying dumbass in my life. How do you even sit in one place and formulate things in your head?”

Greg didn't budge, instead he continued, “Come on, Nicholas, admit it. You like her.”

“No, I don't." I cut in, "As a matter of fact, Sia is the last woman I would ever like. Period!” I ended, a scowl on my face.

“I need you to remind me again. Why are you so worked up about her safety?”

" Her safety?" I repeated his words.

He threw his hands in the air, "Is it obvious enough?"

"I'm telling you, Greg, I don't like her," I grunted, placing emphasis on my last words.

“Save it, Nicholas. You're worried about her, and before you bring up the topic of your reputation, it's not just about your reputation. You're invested in