Chapter 29: This Desperate?

"Weren't you satisfied last time? You look so innocent, but I didn't expect you to have such strong desires. Serena Cole, I really underestimated you." Arthur had no intention of letting me off the hook. His words cut deep, laced with insult. I had come to him with a plan, sure, but at my core, I was still a fairly conservative person. Being accused of having an overactive sex drive felt degrading and humiliating. The smile vanished from my face. I stared at Arthur coldly. "I'm sorry, I clearly came to the wrong person!" I turned to leave, but before I could take a single step, he grabbed my wrist and yanked me back. He locked me in his arms, leaned in close, and gave me that wicked, arrogant smile. "If you're that desperate, I guess I can grant your wish. Reluctantly." Even though he was agreeing to sleep with me, the way he said it made my skin crawl. His tone was full of mockery. My pride flared. I shoved him away. No matter how badly I needed the money, I couldn't accept being trea