[LINA]
I didn't let the awkward silence last too long before I continued.
"Let me explain," I said, handing him a napkin to wipe the spill from his shirt. "I'm looking for a boyfriend—not because I'm desperately searching for love, but because it would make my life easier. Suitors keep pestering me, and honestly, I just want them to stop. And you . . ."
I paused, letting my gaze meet his for a brief moment before continuing, "You wanted to clear your name, right? With me around, there's no way that other people would think of you as just the mistress son. I think we could solve each other's problems here."
He frowned, clearly skeptical. "So, you want us to . . . fake it? Pretend?" he asked, his voice tinged with disbelief.
