Chapter 71
But Jasper wouldn't fall for Natalie's trick. His expression remained icy as he crossed his arms and looked down at her. His chin was raised slightly in pure arrogance.
Natalie looked up at him and gave him a warm smile. She figured she'd explained everything, acted friendly, and even tried to charm him.
There was nothing more she could do if he was still suspicious and hateful. She couldn't possibly act like a lapdog and hope for his approval.
Seeing that Jasper remained unmoved, Natalie gathered her pen and notebook. Then, she turned and left the room without a word.
She'd barely taken two steps when Jasper's warning voice rang out behind her. "I don't care what your intentions are, but if you want to stay in my house, drop any hidden agendas."
His words struck a nerve. She'd been minding her own business and working hard to be self-sufficient. She was never one to harm others unless provoked, and she'd been striving to secure a job with Art Corps to repay the Lockes.
But now,
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