Adrian drove me back to my apartment himself.
The entire ride, he didn't say a word.
I assumed he was upset about everything that had happened at the gala.
After we stepped inside, I asked cautiously, "Want a drink?"
"Sure."
The front door had barely closed when my foot caught the edge of the rug. I stumbled forward.
He caught me instantly.
In the darkness, we ended up impossibly close. My palm rested against his chest. I could feel his heartbeat racing.
"Your heart's beating really fast."
"I know."
"Because you're angry?"
"No." His voice was low. "Because of you."
Adrian reached over and switched on the entryway light.
When I looked into those gray eyes, I saw something I'd never seen there before.
"Evelyn, I left the gala tonight because I wanted to give you and Grant a cha
