Adrian felt a grin cracking his lips when she opened the door. She was as gorgeous as a painting by a grand master, all angles and luminescent skin. The black silk clung to her elegant frame like a second skin. He took her arm, pleased by its satiny texture.
“The dress is perfect for you.”
“Thank you.” She paused, unsure of what to say. “I didn’t know you would have to buy me something to wear. I can pay for…”
“No.” His curt tone halted her words. He spoke again, more gently, “I bought it because I wanted to. It suits you by the way.”
The compliment bolstered her confidence. Sienna was not unaware that she was pretty, but Ryan’s cheating and sly insults had shaken her badly. Growing up she had never been the pretty blonde cheerleader type. Other kids had made fun of her fiery hair and
