"That's nonsense!" Zara burst out, her voice shaking. She just could not win against this guy.She explained, feeling cornered, "Why didn't I say no? With so many people around, wouldn't he get mad and make my life miserable if I embarrassed him? Won't people like you do that?"She knew all too well how these powerful folks operated.When they were happy, they could be sweet and supportive, even act humble. However, once they were pissed, their sweet words today could turn into tomorrow's revenge.She had learned that lesson from Yosef, had she not? That was why she had to leave her sick mom and run away from Starville to Westwood.Yosef's face softened a bit after hearing her side, and he was not as pushy."I've taken care of the bill for this room. From now on, if you need money, help, or a place, just let me know."Let him know? What did he think they were to each other?Zara held her breath, saw her chance, and pushed him away. They barely separated before he was back to pi
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