Chapter 20: Just Satisfying a Physical Need

I thought for a second before responding. "Well… Melanie Shaw is kind of a big deal. Are you sure you want to break up with her? Maybe give her another chance?" I wasn't defending her exactly, but I didn't want him thinking I was thrilled she was out of the picture. What if he thought I wanted to take her place? That would've been even worse. Arthur's face darkened instantly. "You think I'd take back a woman who cheated on me?" Okay. Wrong answer. I gave a nervous laugh. "It's your relationship. I was just saying… never mind." What did he expect me to say? That she got what she deserved? That I was glad they broke up? I was just an accidental audience member. Arthur crossed his arms, his voice sharp but quiet. "My relationship with Melanie wasn't what you think. It wasn't love. It was a deal. She wanted fame and money. I wanted something physical. That's all." He said it so plainly, like he was talking about the weather. I blinked, unsure of how to respond. "Right. Well, you don't have