Chapter 23: Taking Him as a Brother

"I'm willing." The moment Liam Cutmore finished speaking, Stella Quiney's clear, decisive voice rang out. Her expression was earnest, not the least bit like she was joking. Liam froze. He had only tossed it out as a tease. He had not expected her to take it seriously. This… He fumbled for words and forced an awkward laugh. "Miss Quiney, I was just messing with you." Stella, dressed in a crisp office-lady suit paired with black stockings and a curve-hugging skirt, wore that...