Chapter 11

Sebastian did not believe Valeria at all. His gaze continued to sweep all over her face. Her breathing grew rapid. She clutched the puppy in her arms, subconsciously taking two steps back and pressing her back firmly against the elevator's walls. Then, he added, "I'm just asking you a question, Ms. Neal. Why are you so nervous?" Valeria replied, "Dr. Grant, don't you think that what you're doing right now is rather inappropriate?" "I'm standing outside the elevator, six feet seven inches away from you, and you're referring to me as inappropriate?" Sebastian replied, looking at her calmly. She was pressed tightly into a corner of the elevator as she stared at him on full alert. The elevator soon let out a few warning beeps, indicating that the doors had remained open for far too long. Sebastian eventually let go of his hand, allowing the elevator doors to slowly close. Valeria continued staring into his dark eyes until the doors shut. Then, she finally let out a breath of relief