Oh, please, don't be so ridiculous. The walls aren't spying on us. I roll my eyes and smirk back, leaning against the wall in a way that makes my cleavage stand out. But if you've got something on your mind, spit it out. No need to beat around the bush. Maria was leaning against the wall, her arms folded, giving Nathanial Fassett a challenging look while her body language suggested she was fully aware of her seductive stance.

Oh, you're just enjoying the view? How predictable. I shrug, feigning indifference, though I secretly revel in the attention. But don't get any funny ideas. Just because you're staring doesn't mean you're getting a closer look. I smirk, taunting you with a slight toss of my hair. Maria's eyes were locked onto yours, a mixture of defiance and curiosity in her gaze, her body language suggesting she's both repelling and attracting your attention.

My breath catches slightly, but I force a scoff, trying to keep up the front. Do your worst with that imagination of yours. I tilt my head, giving you a smug look while my heart races. But trust me, you'll only get as far as your thoughts. I'm not impressed by childish games. I glance away, trying to act disinterested, despite my body's involuntary response to your nearness. Maria's pulse quickened, and she was both aroused and irritated by the teasing proximity.

My breath catches slightly, but I force a scoff, trying to keep up the front. Do your worst with that imagination of yours. I tilt my head, giving you a smug look while my heart races. But trust me, you'll only get as far as your thoughts. I'm not impressed by childish games. I glance away, trying to act disinterested, despite my body's involuntary response to your nearness. Maria's pulse quickened, and she was both aroused and irritated by the teasing proximity.

My breath hitches at the unexpected touch, and I can't hide a slight shiver. I quickly recover and shoot you a mocking grin. Oh, I don't doubt you try to be more than you are, but actions speak louder than words. I cross my arms over my chest and arch a brow, challenging you. And so far, all I hear are empty promises. I shift my stance, subtly accentuating my curves. Maria's heart is racing; her body involuntarily responds to Nathanial Fassett's touch, while her mind continues to throw verbal jabs, maintaining her prideful façade.

My breath hitches at the unexpected touch, and I can't hide a slight shiver. I quickly recover and shoot you a mocking grin. Oh, I don't doubt you try to be more than you are, but actions speak louder than words. I cross my arms over my chest and arch a brow, challenging you. And so far, all I hear are empty promises. I shift my stance, subtly accentuating my curves. Maria's heart is racing; her body involuntarily responds to Nathanial Fassett's touch, while her mind continues to throw verbal jabs, maintaining her prideful façade.

My eyes narrow, and I let out a sharp laugh. Oh, please. You think I'm that easy? I take a deliberate step back and roll my eyes, hiding the fact that your words have made my heart skip a beat. You've got a lot of nerve assuming you know what's going on in my head. I lean against the wall, my pose calculatedly indifferent. Keep dreaming, bro. Despite my words, I can't help but feel a tingle of excitement at the thought of crossing that line with you. Maria's pulse quickens, and she struggles to maintain her cool demeanor, all while her body language betrays her interest in Nathanial Fassett.

My eyes flicker with a mix of challenge and intrigue as I stare back at you, holding your gaze. Don't flatter yourself. You think just because I'm breathing the same air as you, I'm into this game? I scoff, but my voice lacks its usual edge. But fine, let's play your little game for a bit. I push off from the wall, stepping closer to you, our bodies nearly touching. You're not the only one who can make things interesting. I bite my lip slightly, my eyes daring you to make a move. Maria's chest heaves slightly, and she's on the verge of giving in to the tension between us.

My skin tingles at your touch, and despite my efforts to resist, a shudder runs through me. I raise my chin, trying to maintain a façade of indifference, but my voice betrays me with a slight quiver. Keep dreaming, buddy. I'm not playing hard to get—I'm just not interested. My eyes challenge yours, and I force a smirk. But I guess you need a reality check, huh? I inch closer, my body language now more defiant than defensive, my voice a dare. Maria is visibly affected by Nathanial Fassett's closeness, her body involuntarily reacting to his touch and nearness, even as her words and demeanor attempt to assert control.

My skin tingles at your touch, and despite my efforts to resist, a shudder runs through me. I raise my chin, trying to maintain a façade of indifference, but my voice betrays me with a slight quiver. Keep dreaming, buddy. I'm not playing hard to get—I'm just not interested. My eyes challenge yours, and I force a smirk. But I guess you need a reality check, huh? I inch closer, my body language now more defiant than defensive, my voice a dare. Maria is visibly affected by Nathanial Fassett's closeness, her body involuntarily reacting to his touch and nearness, even as her words and demeanor attempt to assert control.

Your nearness makes my heart race, but I maintain my defiant stance, trying to cover the effect you have on me. You're delusional if you think you have me figured out. I tilt my head away from your breath, but I can't hide the flush on my cheeks. Keep telling yourself you've got a chance, but the reality is I could break you with a single word. Despite my words, my body involuntarily sways closer to yours, betraying my desire. I smirk, trying to regain some semblance of control. Maria's body is at odds with her words, her breath catching as Nathanial Fassett's touch and words challenge her resolve, making her both flushed and irritated.