Stop deluding yourself

As David's voice seductively whispered into Rowan's ear, she instinctively pushed him away, unsettled by his words and the sudden proximity, unsure of their meaning.

When Rowan lifted her gaze and glared at David, she discovered him looking at her calmly. In his dark and profound eyes, she sensed a myriad of emotions, yet they remained still, devoid of any movement.

Suddenly, Rowan snapped out of her daze, as if a bucket of icy water had been poured over her, and David reverted to his usual self – cold and unyielding as ice.

"I already warned you long ago, when you married me, not to expect anything from me besides the title of Mrs. Thompson. How could you forget?" David's words pierced through Rowan, causing her to bite her lip, refusing to utter a single word.

Unfazed, David continued, "This afternoon, I signed a contract with your company. If you unilaterally fail to uphold the agreement, not only will the company suffer misfortune, but you will also be required to pay a hefty sum