Chapter 32 SLUTTY STYLE

NAYA’S P O V

‘‘There’s no reason for you to feel embarrassed. I understand you since I have been in your situation. I know you’ve…’’ Chosen’s words were cut off by the ringing of his phone, and he frowned, and reached into his pants’ pocket, withdrawing his phone. ‘‘Excuse me, I have to take this…’’ he murmured the apology as he rose from his seat.

‘‘Okay…’’ I watched him walk away with quick strides, anxiety nipping at the edges of my nerves. What if he rejects my request? Then that would mean that I would be unable to pay Nico’s bills, which would ultimately result in the hospital discontinuing his medical treatment.

What if Chosen thought that the only reason I agreed to have dinner with him was the purpose of making a profit? I hope not. He’s a nice person. I know he wouldn’t even think of me that way.

I stared down at my untouched plate, my mind bristling with the memory of Raphael always being there to assist me. What if…