Chapter 9

Ethan's gaze was cold as he looked at Hanna. "If you're already in love with me, condolences to your heart. It will be broken into a million pieces."

Hanna quickly recovered.

"Just kidding, Mr. Miller. You're taking life too seriously. I wouldn't fall in love with someone like you. Besides, I love someone else," she lied, her eyes becoming evasive.

She knew she shouldn't let her feelings for Ethan grow. They were worlds apart.

"What did you say?" Ethan gripped her arm tightly.

"I said I love someone else, so don't worry about me falling for you. It won't happen."

"Did you read our agreement? You're not to get into a relationship with anyone else while pretending to be my girlfriend. I don't like sharing, whether it's a thing or a person."

"He's not my boyfriend. I'm just waiting for him to come back."

"You're mine, Hanna. Do you understand?"

Hanna wanted to feel giddy at his words, but she knew he was only being threatening. She nodded slowly, staring at his handsome face.

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