ROBYN
When Spade pulled back, I inwardly groaned in disappointment, balled my hands into fists, and pursed my lips.
I wasn’t aware he was watching my reaction until I opened my eyes. My face instantly flamed.
As if weighing in silence, he stared at me for a moment. Then he dropped his gaze to my lips. “I don’t want to ruin the beautiful evening. After what you went through, I didn’t want to take advantage of being with you right now.”
I nodded and forced a smile. As I looked at his hungry eyes, I realized I wanted him in my life more than I wanted him out. I didn’t only want his protection, I wanted a friend, a support system, a lover, and I really enjoyed the time when he was around.
“You’re overthinking everything,” he said darkly, lifting my chin with his finger. “I won’t push.
