Chapter 24

Isabella’s POV I could not accept the fact that he looked at me like I was a threat to his son. I don’t have any hidden intentions, and I made it clear to him from the very beginning. I came here only to work, and that’s all. Feeling insulted and humiliated, I followed him. I saw him entering the kitchen and I did not hesitate to follow him there. “Matteo…” He was drinking water when I called him. He slowly turned to me. His face was crumpled and dark. His eyes examined me like a hawk. I don’t know what he’s thinking, but the clench of his jaw gives me a hint about him not wanting me to be here. “You need anything?” I stared at him with blank eyes. “I need to clear something.” He put the empty glass on the island counter and faced me completely. He inhaled and stared at me with the same expression. He even crossed his arms against his chest as if this conversation were so boring. “It’s impressive how you can face me with your damp clothes. I can even see your cleavage from here, woman.