"You know what? It seems like you're playing hard to get."Ullysis's cold, deep gaze held a biting irony that felt far too familiar to Shantal , familiar enough to make her chest tighten. The sarcasm in his voice was clear, but her expression stayed blank. No hint of embarrassment. No anger.Ullysis's eyes darkened further.Casually, Shantal reached out and toyed with the loose strands of his hair, her fingers light but teasing. A sudden smile curved her lips , sharp and dangerous , and without warning, she lifted her leg and kicked him in the knee.He stumbled, caught off guard, instinctively grabbing her arm for balance.Their eyes met , hers gleaming with mischief, his flashing cold and unreadable."See? It's human instinct," she said, staring pointedly at his hand gripping her arm. "When you're in danger, you cling to the person closest to you. Didn't you just do that?"A mocking smile played on her lips as she added, "But Mr. Ray Ford… are you throwing yourself at me?"In the
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