"Camila, you're quite the negotiator. Back then, you were furious and fought back against me, but now you're so submissive. I don't have your temperament; I truly admire you," he said with a hint of a smile, his lips almost touching hers.

The hot air that came out of his breath fell on Camila's face.

She tensed and turned her head away.

Rather than getting angry, Jaylen seemed amused. "I like that stubborn look of yours."

Camila tried to clench her fists, but her trembling fingers couldn't muster the strength.