I was silent during dinner. Thankfully, Prince Joseph let me stay that way. I think he understood that his earlier announcement bothered me. That, combined with the fact that I was hungry since lunch was cut short, was my saving grace.
I ate a lot. Instead of pushing my food around to take up time and eat less, I ate more and more, trying to drag dinner out as long as possible. That asshole just smiled at me with each bite.
I tried to go to my room, but Prince Joseph grabbed my arm and led me to his. The contact ignited the bond again, which made me angry. I don’t want to want him. I don’t want to be “physically available.” My mother made it sound sweet and wonderful. He is anything but sweet.
Thankfully, Joseph finished his shower quickly and left me alone with Hazel. She’s
