Chapter 856

"Did I ask for an excuse? Even if Ms. Hayes is out of the picture, what about Ms. Whittaker? Someone as esteemed as you has no shortage of women. Why bother clinging to me when I don't know how to appreciate you?" Amelia's tone was sharp and unapologetic. Vince pulled her closer, holding her like a child and setting her down on his lap. Amelia shifted when she felt something press against her. Vince chuckled. "Don't move. I won't force you. But I still want to clear up the misunderstanding. I don't care what others think or who's trying to get close to me. I only want to be with you. "Ame, when will I be able to be with you openly and proudly?" Amelia elbowed him hard. While he flinched in pain, she broke free from his embrace, then flipped him onto the bed and pinned him down. "I wouldn't have wasted my time learning how to swim and paint if I knew we'd end up like this. I should've signed up for boxing instead." Vince lay there obediently. He reached up and gently pinched her a