Chloe reached up once more, meticulously smoothing the fabric of his tie. After checking it from several angles to ensure it was flawless, she whispered, "There. How does that look?"
Xavier Grayson gazed down at her, his expression unreadable. "Tuck it back in."
Chloe blinked, genuinely confused. "Why did you pull it out in the first place then?"
A shadow of annoyance crossed Xavier’s face. "Too many questions. Just do as I say and tuck it in."
Succumbing to his whim, Chloe quickly and efficiently tucked the silk tie back into his waistcoat, centering it perfectly. "Done," she said, her voice small.
Xavier was leaning down, watching her movements. When she finally tilted her head up to meet his gaze, her lips accidentally brushed against the underside of his jaw.
Chloe froze. The sud
