Posing as the Billionaire's Grandson

CHAPTER 17

At the private club, I made it a point to laugh out loud at jokes and absurd stories about my family's privileged connections until I was clapped on the back like a brother. The position was becoming second nature.

When Sophia arrived, dressed elegantly in black, I made sure we sat together. There were no signs of shock on her face. She seemed to be looking past my smooth exterior to find out what was really going on.

Later, people who were leaving found that the streets outside were flooded from a sudden spring storm. "Paul, we simply must wait until the rain stops" Sophia stated. "Entertain me until it passes?"

I felt more and more nervous as I sat alone with her in a private room. The mood between us became heavy. Despite her subtle flirting, I was scared she'd sense my anxiety and see through my ruse.

"You know, you're quite amusing to toy with," Sophia said suddenly, watching me with an incomprehensible smile. "But pursuing me could be unwise for someone like you."

I shifted aw