Ruin Me, Alpha Step-Daddy
He leaned forward, resting his forearms on the desk, analyzing me with an objective, practiced gaze.
"Dancing is a completely different world from waitressing, Hazel," Marcus explained calmly, his tone completely devoid of any predatory or flirtatious undertones. "It requires a high level of stage presence, rhythm, and absolute confidence. Our clientele expects perfection. Do you have any prior dance experience?"
"No," I admitted, my chin lifting stubbornly. "But I learn fast. And I need the money."