CHAPTER 153 BARLOW'S FAVOR

“You mean to say you might like me?” The idea seemed ridiculous to her. How could she ever like a man so manipulative? But Kate couldn’t vocalize these thoughts and continued in her sweetly innocent voice, “I’m shy. Don’t interrogate me so bluntly.” “Stop pretending. Speak normally,” Barlow interjected. Kate coughed, reverting to her regular tone. “Enough of this. Are you joining me for lunch or not?” Pretending was exhausting. “Of course! Just share the location.” Half an hour later, they found themselves in a swanky restaurant. Sipping his drink, Barlow observed Kate, a forced smile etched on her face. “You’re being unusually flattering. You need a favor, don’t you? Out with it.” Kate proceeded to serve him some food. “You’re quite perceptive.” “Stop. Quit beating around the bush,” Barlow urged. “Alright. Kate cleared her throat, gathering her thoughts before confessing, “You’re the most attractive man I’ve ever met. I need you to charm someone.” Upon hearing this, Ba