“Good evening, ladies.” Ethan walked up to them. “I didn’t expect to see you here without your partners.”
“It’s allowed, isn’t it?” Ellie smiled at him, but it didn’t reach her eyes. “Or am I breaking another rule?”
Alison knew her friend wasn’t Ethan’s biggest fan, but she had nothing against the man.
“Of course, it’s allowed. It’s just unexpected.” He turned toward Alison. “It’s good to see you again.” His eyes roamed over her. “You look lovely this evening.”
“Thank you.” Alison couldn’t help it; she blushed. Ethan was so damn hot and what they’d done the last time she’d been here...
“I’m surprised Harker let you out of his sight,” he said. “He does have a jealous streak when it comes to you.”
“He wasn’t happy about it.” That was an understatement.
“Does he know you’re here?” he a
