Even after seven days spent in Europe, Himena was still feeling the effects of the jet lag. Besides, life in lies was especially difficult for her. Even cold-blooded Rick seemed to be slowly cracking at the seams. Everything was ready for tomorrow's reception, but it took Himena a little time to spend it as far away from Rick's demanding relatives as possible. So she snuck into the library to stay there until further notice, but Rick found her anyway. "There you are." Rick looked great in his elegant dark pants and light sweater, which accentuated his broad shoulders. "I thought you went to the office." He shook his head. "I could not leave you today." Himena was confused. "How is today different from the others?" Rick grabbed his chest and pretended to have a heart attack. "I can not beli
