AARON'S POV
I stood rooted to my spot in confusion. I shut the door behind me and went in.
“What are you talking about?“
She scoffed. “Don't play dumb, please.“
“I'm not playing dumb. I don't know what you're talking about.“
“You said it's just a harmless dinner, but if people saw us together, would they think we were just having a harmless dinner?“
“Who cares what people think? Why should you care what people think?“
“Because I can't afford to do anything that would further damage the reputation of my firm.“
“So let me know what you're talking about,” I glared at her. “Seeing me with you would damage your reputation.“
“Yes.“
“Wow.“ I was genuinely hurt by her words. “I didn't know I was that annoying to you.“
“It's not you. Look, Aaron, it's not you. I'm not doubting your inte
