Chapter 44 Seducing David
Her hands clung tightly to Davidâs arm.
No way was she letting Mr. Ellison chase after Carolinel
Mr. Ellison was hers!
âI rarely get the chance to see you. Wonât you spend some time with me?â Elizabeth pouted, her tone lacer with sweetness. âWe barely get any moments togetherâitâs never enough.â
David paused, his brow furrowing.
Elizabethâs clinginess irritated him. It felt like an unnecessary hassle.
But back in the car, when Caroline softened her tone and leaned into himâ¦.
That, heâd enjoyed.
Ihatâs going on? Why is my heart leaning toward Caroline?
Elizabeth was the one who had supposedly cured him.
Davidâs frown deepened. Carolineâs just cunning, he thought. I need to be more vigilant.
âWhy are you here?â David asked coldly. âThis is my company. Donât come unless you have a reason.
He pulled Elizabethâs hands off him and straightened the wrinkles on his sleeve.
Elizabethâs disappointment was evident, but she didnât dare push further. She kept her tone sugary swee âMr. Ellison, I told you, I missed you.â
David didnât respond, his gaze distant, as though lost in thought.
Whatâs he thinking about? Elizabeth bit her lip, deciding probe.
Caroline can come here, but I canât?â she asked coyly, sheâs here during the day too. Iâm so envious. If only I
he gets to spend every night with you uld stay by your side all the ume
Though Mr. Ellison had promised to take responsibilly and quarry her Elizabeth felrün.
After all, the was pretending to be Caroline. If their
Chapter 44 Seducing David
âI think you could use a private secretary like meâobedient, attentive and at your service.â
Elizabeth leaned in closer, her fingers deftly undoing two buttons before David grabbed her wrist.
âMr. Ellison, youâre hurting me,â Elizabeth whined, her voice
me, Elizabeth whined, her voice sugary. âBe gentle.â
Her goal today was simple, she wanted to seduce Mr. Ellison.
Once she became his woman, her position would be secure. Sheâd spent countless hours practicing for this moment, determined to leave him with a memorable experience.
But Davidâs gaze turned iceâcold. âWho gave you permission to touch my buttons?â
His tone was filled with disdain, his eyes reflecting nothing but disgust.
Elizabeth froze. âMr. Ellison. Iâ¦â
âGet out!â
David shoved her away, his expression clear: he had no interest in her.
Elizabeth clenched her teeth. Was I rejected right from the start?
No, she wouldnât give up so easily.
David turned and walked toward his desk. his irritation evident. His movements screamed frustration.
He pulled out his chair and sat down, his sharp gaze locking on Elizabeth, who still hadnât moved,
âWhy are you still here?â he snapped.
Elizabeth said nothing. Instead, she reached for her zipper, letting her dress fall to the floor.
Completely exposed.