Chapter 44 Rachel glanced at the time . What was Tyler doing calling her at th hour ? She tapped on the location he sent It was a private villa . Rachel was always a little wary of Tyler . There was something about him - sometimes tre seemed deep and thoughtful , but other times he just liked messing with people . She had fallen for it more than once . Just to be safe , she sent him a message . [ Is this about the operating rights for Project Oasis ? ) He replied quickly , but the answer made her frown . [ What else ? Do you think I asked you here for a date ? ] Rachel rolled her eyes . She didn't even try to hide her annoyance Tyler wasn't there to see it anyway . That man really couldn't go two sentences without teasing her . She called a cab and gave the driver the address , then leaned back in her seat . It took half an hour to get there - the place was way out in the suburbs . If she hadn't known Tyler was close to her mom , she might've seriously wondered if he was trying to kidnap her . The place was so remote - no shops , no neighbors in sight . But honestly , a quiet place like this did feel like Tyler . It was secluded and peaceful , with no one to bother him . Rachel walked up to the living room . Suddenly , a huge shepherd dog bolted out from inside . Frightened , she let out a short scream and dropped straight to the ground . The dog circled her , eyes sharp and alert as it gave her a long once - over . Then it leaned in and sniffed her carefully . Rachel went stiff . She grabbed the hem of her shirt and froze , not daring to move an inch . That was when Tyler walked out from inside . He was dressed in loose loungewear , and his hair was still wet - probably just out of the shower . The relaxed look took a little of the usual edge off his vibe . When Rachel saw him , it felt like spotting a life raft . " Mr. Hunt ! " she blurted . She wasn't usually that afraid of dogs , but this one ? This was one of those big , dangerous wolf - like dogs . Just looking at its strong , muscular body , she felt like it could tear her apart . Tyler walked over , casually running his fingers through his damp hair . His voice was lazy and relaxed . " Come here . " Rachel quickly tried to get up from the floor . With Tyler around , the dog probably wouldn't attack her . Just as she lifted her foot , she heard him " I meant the dog . " Rachel was speechless . say- The huge dog obeyed Tyler's command right away , walking away from her and sitting obediently by his side like a well - trained show dog . It was hard to believe this was the same beast that nearly scared her to death a second ago . Once the dog was out of the way , Rachel finally stood and walked over . Tyler glanced at her , then said , " Sit . " Chapter 44 Rachel hesitated . Was he talking to her or the dog again ? Tyler noticed the look on her face and gave a low chuckle . " I mean you . Sit . ' +25 BONUS " Oh . " Rachel suddenly thought maybe being deaf wouldn't be so bad . If she hadn't heard him , she could've avoided this whole awkward moment . She sat on the couch . The dog settled across from her on the floor , ongue out and panting . However , its sharp eyes never left her . It stared her down like it was sizing her up - and not in a friendly way . Rachel's skin crawled . She had a feeling that the dog could pounce on her at any second . She tried to reassure herself . It just looked mean ; it was probably really expensive and well - bred . Fancy dogs like that didn't just bite people . And Tyler was the controlling type - le would never let a pet get out of hand . Right ... ? Then again , Tyler was kind of a jerk . Maybe his dog took after him They locked eyes for a few tense seconds . Finally , Rachel broke first . She started to look away , only for the dog to suddenly move and head over . It nudged her skirt gently with its big head .