Michael struggled to remove the hands around his waist, forcefully pushing Caroline away. He glared at her and growled, "You need to understand your place, Caroline. How many times do I have to tell you? I will never have feelings for you. Not in the past, not now, not ever."

"I don't believe you."

With tears in her eyes, Caroline desperately grabbed Michael again.

"We grew up together, childhood sweethearts. I've loved you since we were kids - how ...