Chapter Twenty-One“NO,” ACACIA SAID RESOLUTELY.
Nicholas peered down at her. “What?”
“I don’t want them to pay, because I don’t want this to escalate.” She picked up her phone and tapped out a quick text to Kate.
Nicholas turned on his heel and walked to the bar. He retrieved a bottle of wine and showed her the label. She nodded, and he opened it, pouring the cabernet sauvignon in generous portions.
Acacia took the wine gratefully. “Thank you.” She swirled her glass, her mind a jumble.
“What are you afraid of?” Nicholas asked.
Her eyes met his. Concern was etched across his strong features.
“I know what happened to your sister.” Acacia tried to make her voice as gentle as possible. “I’m so sorry.”
Pain flashed across his face. “Your situation is completely different.”
“Until we kn
