As she noticed her hand still resting on his chest, she quickly pulled it back.

“You tricked me, Barlow!"

She scolded herself for believing his tale about Annalise taking advantage of him.

Watching her embarrassment, Barlow chuckled.

“She has my number. I'm waiting for her next move.”

Karina's eyes gleamed.

“Thanks. I'LL get going.”

She felt uncomfortable alone with him.

She wanted to escape!

But after only a few steps, she felt a tug at her collar.

“You think you can just leave like that?" Barlow asked.

Startled, Karina yelped, “Why are you pulling on my collar?"

He spun her around to face him.

“After the sacrifice I've made, don't you think I deserve some sort of reward?"

As Karina was adjusting her clothes, she noticed Barlow moving closer.

She lifted her gaze to meet his, and asked with a hint of nervousness, “What do you want as a reward?"

His face was quite attractive. A kiss wouldn't be the worst thing.

“To

Barlow moved closer.

Instinctively, Karina closed her eyes.

He chuckled.

Karina quickly opened her eyes to find a teasing smile on Barlow's face.