William’s jaw tightened. “Damn it, Addison. You shouldn’t have come.”
She reached for him, but he backed away. “Tell me why you lied. It’s killing me, and whether you’re willing to admit it or not, I can see that it’s killing you, too.”
William stood and closed the door before going to Addison. He lifted her a little, forcing her to sit on the desk with him between her legs. He took her face in his hands but he didn’t speak.
“I’m right, aren’t I? You lied in the email. I just want to know why. I have the right to know, William,” she said. “WHY are you lying to me?”
He kissed her hard, catching her off guard. She pulled back and studied his face.
“Because I love you, okay? I love you like I’ve never loved anyone else. The truth is, I’ve never really cared all that much about anyone or
