But the relief in her voice is unmistakable. “You’re right. It might not have… It was only one time. It probably didn’t happen.” She pauses. “Actually, that would be for the best, wouldn’t it? We still haven’t signed a contract. We’re in a gray area.”
That, on the other hand, is extremely unpleasant. Every cell in my body hisses and recoils at the thought alone.
No, hell no, f**k what she’s saying. There’s no wriggling out of this one, little fox. I’ve got you in my jaws already.
“We’ll sign a contract when I return. It’ll cover everything.”
“You’re gone—?” She hesitates. “When will you be back?”
I planned to be away for a few days, but I find myself answering otherwise before I can think it through. “Tomorrow evening.”
“Oh. That’s… fast. Okay.” She exhales softly like she wants to s
