Chapter Eight

Miracle's POV

Leo's mouth widened in surprise at what I said. There was silence in the kitchen except for the beep of the smart refrigerator.

"What do you mean you couldn't walk in?"Leo broke the silence, confusion etched on his face as he ran his hands through his hair. "You are to obey without questioning."

"I couldn't just walk in on you and her kissing," I replied, my voice shaking, thanks to my racing heartbeat. "It wouldn't have been right. How was I supposed to act? Fight her?"

"I can't believe this," he glared at me. "Are you sure you want this money? Because if this is how you'll chicken out in the presence of my family then I don't think we should continue this. There are thousands of women and award-winning actresses who can pull this role without being spoon-fed."

My throat felt dry and uncomfortable. This man was ridiculous and the whole thing was beginning to sound like a joke. My tongue itched to tell him to go fuck himself, but instead, I squared my shoulders and