Chapter 99

Chapter Ninety-Nine

Matteo’s reply left Gen momentarily baffled. Her eyebrows knit together in confusion, and her lips pressed tightly as she tried to unravel the meaning behind his words. After a brief pause, she decided to just roll her eyes instead of pretending to understand.

“I guess I’ll have to go shopping then. There must be some kind of dress code,” she muttered, half amused, half resigned.

With a casual push off the wall, Matteo grabbed her hand and tugged her toward their bedroom. “That’s just the second part of your punishment. I’m going to pick out something for you.”

“Oh no,” Gen groaned, trailing behind him. “You mean I won’t have to spend hours standing still while Jada uses me like a life-sized Barbie doll?” She caught his raised eyebrow and quickly added, “I’m kidding! But seriously, this punishment sounds awful.”

Matteo chuckled softly. “Don’t worry, there’s a third part too. Just to drive the point home.”

“And that is…?” she prompted, curiosity piqued.