Chapter 164

Ruby was startled when Michael approached her, casually placed his hand on her waist, and gently closed the door behind them. Ruby stepped back, extending her hands and pressing against Michael's firm chest, while the man seemed deliberately leaning closer to her, his deep gaze carrying an underlying mischief. The scene that had just unfolded in the bathroom had clearly sparked his interest. "Michael, stop," Ruby said calmly, looking at him. "I need to talk to you." Michael sensed her intent and motioned toward the living room on the second floor. "Let's talk there." Ruby furrowed her brows, following him, looking slightly disturbed. Suddenly, the man turned around and said to her, "If you think this is inappropriate, I could let you take a look in return." Understanding his gesture immediately, Ruby gave him a shy glance. "I don’t want to." "If you don’t, it's your loss," Michael said with complete confidence. Feeling her cheeks warm, Ruby sat down on the sofa, her eyes filled with ir