Chapter 37 For Nathaniel

• Did you know your idea wouldn't be well received? You were dealing with Paulina Perez, who averted her gaze at the slightest suggestion of innuendo. Part of you even wished to give up, the same part that was offended at the moment by Paulina's expression of horror.
• "In what way will sleeping together help?" she murmured anxiously, automatically crossing her arms as a clear sign of protection. She was protecting herself from him, who was making the supreme effort to overlook her behavior.
• "You'll get used to male proximity and spare my face," he explained, causing Paulina to blush with shame. Simon would never let her forget her impulse. "And don't worry. I guarantee you'll remain a virgin by dawn," he said sarcastically, adding with a mocking smile, "I don't attack women, it's quite the opposite."