His Sugar Baby

“Let's go shopping. Buy whatever you want. Don't worry about the price. Don't act like a poor person,” Julius said. They were now in the car. Unlike usual, Julius, who was always the one being driven, was now the one driving.

His offer felt like a gesture, perhaps even a date, prompting a mix of emotions within her.

Looking at Julius, Bella couldn't help but feel a bit strange. “I'm not your sugar baby,” she stated firmly.

Julius snorted, a hint of amusement in his eyes. “Oh, really?” he countered, his gaze challenging her.

Bella hesitated, unsure how to respond. Her heart raced, fearing Julius's reaction. She didn't want him to think she was flustered, even though she was.

Julius bit his lip, holding back the beautiful curve from forming on his face.

“I'm serious. You can buy anything you want,” Julius said. But there was no response.

There was a long silence between them until Julius spoke again. “Bella,” he called. This time, his tone was very serious. So Bella immediately looked a