Too Proud to Beg

Cora was so shocked that she nearly dropped her phone on the floor.

What should I do?

Looking at her buzzing phone, Cora gritted her teeth and answered the call after several seconds. She steadied her voice and said, “Mr. Lockwood.”

“Damon said you were busy with work and asked me not to disturb you.” Gideon's deep and magnetic voice was as attractive as ever even over the phone.

Is he explaining