The mood shifted sharply an hour later. Marcus had arrived. And Federal agents had escorted him upstairs. Agent Cole remained with him.
A precaution I appreciated.
Marcus entered the apartment looking like someone hadn't slept in days.
His usually relaxed appearance had vanished completely. Dark circles lined his eyes. His shoulders were tense.
The easy confidence that made him popular in every locker room had disappeared.
For the first time since I'd known him, Marcus looked afraid.
Rory stiffened immediately. To me, the reaction was understandable.
Trust wasn't easily rebuilt after betrayal.
Marcus stopped several feet away while his gaze settled on her. Then lowered briefly toward her stomach.
Pain crossed his face. Genuine pain.bGuilt followed.
"I didn't know."
The words wer
