Chapter 421

Throughout Anthony’s—and Chris’—stay in Charmine’s home, Charmine always managed to surprise him. Every revelation about her made her seem even more mysterious. Anthony had never met any woman who could interest him, all while remaining a mystery to him. Charmine’s red lips curled upward as she teasingly remarked, “What about you?” Three nonchalant words, with a hint of interest in wanting to know more. Anthony met her gaze. “What about me? Are you interested?” “Nah!” Charmine took another sip of her wine. “Never mind, let’s eat.” Of course Charmine did not want to show that she cared for him and liked him. Men were a strange species; women would get easily dumped the humbler they were. If she acted like she did not care, meanwhile, a woman would not get hurt. Charmine, throughout the years, had built up a defensive wall that safeguarded her heart. While she accepted Anthony, she would not show it. Anthony noted how Charmine evaded the question, and he was reminded of th