"I thought you were this calm, collected guy when you introduced yourself in class," she continued, her gaze sharp as she looked him over. "But now? You've turned out to be a total nuisance. Your true colors are showing, 'Your Highness.'"
Ethan's grin faltered, and he took stood up from the chair, his eyes narrowing slightly. "What's wrong with you?" he asked, his voice tinged with confusion and a hint of frustration. "I'm offering you a good deal, and you're acting like I've insulted you."
Olive's smirk widened, her eyes glittering with defiance. "You think you can just buy me off with your money and your title?" she retorted, her voice dripping with disdain. "You think I'm some kind of servant or pet, someone you can use at your convenience?"
