Chapter 49

Even if they weren't on a date, what was she doing wandering around the streets every day? Was she trying to get attention on purpose or what? Fueled by jealousy, Lucian sped up and caught up with her, grabbing her hand. "Who is it?" Ariella was startled. She turned around sharply and saw Lucian's angry face. Her heart skipped a beat for a second before she calmed down again. "What are you doing walking around like this? Go home!" he snapped at her while tugging at her hand roughly. "Home?" She let out a cold chuckle. He meant that apartment he kept her locked up in? "Go back. I've got meetings later. Dylan will drive you home. I'll come tonight. Stop messing around outside like this," Lucian said with annoyance. Ariella stayed planted where she was. He tried to drag her, but she wouldn't budge. People on the busy sidewalk were starting to watch, thinking it was some couple having a fight. "Move, now!" Lucian barked under his breath, clearly embarrassed by the growing attention. If it