Despite feeling completely helpless, I tried to appear unconcerned. It was clear what Stella was trying to tell me.

However, I couldn't let on how I felt. I realized she had been probing me ever since we first met.

She seemed surprised by my indifference. "You don't seriously think this is normal, do you?"

I sipped my coffee, but it tasted bitter. "I wasn’t born rich, so I don’t understand your world. Though I’m a businesswoman, I’d never force anyone against their will, especially not my fa