Erica's POV
“Wow, he's a persistent man. Does he give you trouble?"
I saw the softness on his face slowly disappear and a grim seriousness crept in.
I could feel him getting defensive and I felt a shiver run down my spine.
“You don't have to worry about him. I can handle him."
Javier eased up slightly and took another sip of water.
“If you need help with him, you know that you can tell me."
I smiled and poked at my food with my spoon.
“You seem eager. You let him carry me away when we were dancing," I said with a chuckle.
Javier smirked and rolled his eyes.
“I see where this is going. I actually thought that he was your boyfriend. It wasn't difficult to see the way he claimed you. I just wanted to back off. I'm not one to stir up trouble."
He smirked and we continued the li
