Desmond's POV
Raine's mother sent her something that made all the tension that had left her return ten times over. I had no idea what it was, and I was curious as hell. She looked scared and confused as if whatever was sent was capable of ruining her life.
I wanted to help her. I wanted to protect her. If only she would let me.
"Do you want to continue the rest of the date or you'd rather go back home?" I ask softly. "I won't be offended, trust me."
A smile ghosted her lips for a second, before it disappeared. "Can we just... drive around? I don't think I'm in the mood to..." She gestured with her hands, and I nodded in understanding.
We drove around the city for a few minutes in silence before I decided to speak. "I have something to tell you. And no, it's not about what your Mom se
