Sabine barely resisted the urge to laugh. Malek was a little too charming. Even if he hadn’t suggested it, she wanted to kiss him again to see if the first time had been a fluke. She had the feeling their next kiss would only fuel the flames even hotter.
She ducked down as he headed out the door as though he was simply out for a pleasant stroll. Dax’s man would probably recognize him and ask him why he was here, but his presence would be easier to explain than hers. He should be safe enough as long as Dax didn’t learn Malek was helping her. Making sure to stay within the shadows, she slipped out the door and headed for the alley.
Malek joined her only a few minutes later. She offered him the bottle of ale, and he took it with a mock bow. “I’d ask for my kiss now, but it’s probably not a
