Chapter 152

Samantha had no idea how she had gone from asking for money to suddenly working out. She had changed into a pink sports tank top and white sweatpants. Meanwhile, Leonardo was dressed simply in a long white tank top and black gym shorts. The defined lines of his muscles showed faintly beneath the fabric, exuding a powerful sense of raw masculinity. She followed him through some basic stretches, feeling like she had just hired a personal trainer at the last minute. Once the stretches were done, she watched in disbelief as Leonardo handed her two heavy barbells. The sense of grievance she felt was overwhelming. "I can't lift this," she said. "I'll help you." He moved behind her, taking hold of her arms and guiding her slowly into a squat. "Don't rush. Take your time. Focus on your breathing." "Mm." The barbells were so heavy that Samantha seriously thought her arm would have snapped on the spot if he hadn't held it steady for her. As she squatted down, her body trembled slightly