JADE POV
Grant and I had dinner at Lorena's before we went to his apartment. My day was bad due to that terror call that made me dread the whole day. Grant looked at me worriedly as he put my clothes in the wardrobe.
"You're safe here, Jade. I won't allow anyone hurt you or scare you in my own house."
"I don't know why I felt safe whenever you're around but you make me weak at the same time. I used to be strong."
"It's okay to feel afraid, Jade. You're a woman and your enemy hides in the shadow. And I want you to need me. I also want to trust in me."
I nodded as I look into his eyes with appreciation. He came closer and rubs my cheek with his thumb, and then bowed his head and claims my lips in his most tender way.
"As much as I want to make love to you, you're upset, sweet
