Chapter 476

The phrase—be good—had a mischievous kick to it. Vespera knew she probably shouldn't have said it, as it came off bratty, but sometimes her mouth just didn't wait for her brain's approval. With Wanda and Fawn applying pressure from opposite ends, Vespera's mood was already very sour. "What did you just say?" Dominic questioned, leaning in. His voice was laced with trouble. "The president really shouldn't be harassing employees on their lunch break," said Vespera, pulling her leg from his grasp. Dominic had one hand on the back of the couch, leaning in close until his face was just inches from hers. He asked, "Ms. Gildon, did you skip lunch and gorge yourself on jealousy instead?" His breath warm against her skin, Vespera turned her head and accidentally brushed her lips against his. It was barely anything, but for Dominic, it was like tossing a treat to a waiting cat. He chased her lips immediately and said, "I didn't have much of an appetite during lunch, but I'm hungry now." A