The atmosphere between them had grown increasingly tense, with neither willing to back down. She let out a disbelieving laugh. "And what if someone asks if we're in love?" "Give them whatever answer married people usually give in public." He shrugged, looking almost bored.Lauren studied him. "What if I fall in love with you?" she asked, mostly to see whether she could finally unsettle him.Ryan held her gaze. "Then you'll have to remember this is an arrangement, not a romantic relationship." His voice remained cool."Wow." She blinked at him, shaking her head. "You're awfully confident that nobody could fall in love with you.""Are you considering it?" A slight amusement appeared in his eyes."Don't flatter yourself. You're not that irresistible." Lauren quickly looked away, refusing to let his handsome face distract her again."I don't remember asking for your opinion on my appearance." His mouth curved slightly."Trust me, if I were complimenting you, you'd know." She gave him a
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