His words hung in the air for a long moment. They stared at each other, each with different thoughts running through their heads.
She nodded, determination flashing in her gaze.
"I'm leaving," her voice firm.
"Good choice," he said in a low voice, watching her as she turned and headed for the door.
Klaus knew that would be her answer. Leave and avoid him...
That was exactly what he wanted her to do, yet she suddenly halted by the door. His eyes tracked her movement.
She took a deep breath, mumbled something, and swept her hair back before turning to face him again.
What is she doing?
Her feet moved quickly. One moment, she was at the door, and the next, she was standing in front of him again. Those round grey eyes locked with his.
Her jaw clenched. She stammered, her voice trembli
