Unexpected
The feeling of rage coursed through Pat’s body. There was no choice but to suppress it. Unless he was careful, she would know that something was wrong. He knew how to manipulate and play games strategically after serving in the war.
As he reminded himself, this was war. A sudden calm came over him. “It’s okay, I wasn’t expecting to pay so much. Let me just get some cash out of my trunk. It’s right by the window.”