Chapter 263

"I really have something urgent. How about we reschedule?" Steven said, silently cursing himself. This was the second time Rose had made a move, and he had rejected her both times. It felt terribly wrong. Rose released her hold and said coolly, "Well then, you should go. I won't be seeing you out." Steven could see the displeasure and disappointment in her eyes. He felt compelled to explain that it wasn't a matter of her allure but his inability to be in two places at once. The situation with Marrie seemed more urgent. After all, if Christian managed to take advantage of her, it would be akin to him being cuckolded. Steven absolutely wouldn't allow such a thing to happen. "Ms. Miller, I—" Steven started, but Rose didn't give him the chance to explain. She took a step back and closed the door, almost hitting his nose. Steven rubbed his nose. "Great, now I've really offended Rose. She probably thinks I'm just playing hard to get." Steven was adamant that, in the presence of a beau