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"What's wrong?" I asked the moment Catherine's expression changed.
I could tell she wasn't too content with my reply, but it was for the best. The farther I kept her away, the better. This was something I needed to handle on my own and quickly.
"Alright."
Alright.
Hearing her say that one word without giving me so much of an attitude disturbed me more.
I eyed her more intensely, hoping to get her to start talking, but she remained unfazed as if immune to it.
"Let's talk about what happens from here on out..." she switched.
I licked my lips, leaning against the table edge.
"What happens from here...?"
"Will I forever be caged in the penthouse..." she asked through clenched teeth, displaying her obvious irritation.
I raised an eyebrow.
"Or not? It's clear where I stand now... I might as well ask."
She probably thinks I'm sidelining her or something. That was not my intention, but I do enjoy this. Her anger always came with a fire I wanted to consume me.
