She cringed against the wall as he retrieved the key card, then effortlessly used it to unlock her door. He held it open for her. “There. Now, about that nightcap. If the offer is still on the table, I’d be delighted to accept.”
“Y-you would?” Her eyes widened, and relief flooded her body.
“Yes. Why do you sound so surprised?”
“I don’t know. I just... I’m not good at this kind of thing.”
“What kind of thing is this, exactly? I want to make sure we’re on the same page here, so there are no misunderstandings.”
She opened her mouth to respond, but just then the other lift arrived and disgorged a group of people who turned and made their way in Jayne and Clive’s direction. “Can we... discuss this inside? In private?”
“Of course. After you.” He continued holding the door as she entered th
