Daniel took a moment to compose himself while Adrian approached the bar. Luckily, none of his drink had stained his clothing. Was it so obvious that Darcy had been his literary crush? If so, he needed to tread more carefully.
Upon Adrian’s return, Daniel schooled his features. “Adrian, who’s your favorite author?”
“I’m a fan of Austen, but probably the Brontes.”
Daniel felt even more shocked than before. “You’re joking.”
Adrian quirked an eyebrow at him. “Why would I be joking?”
“I’m just surprised, I suppose. I didn’t think that the stoic Adrian Dane would be a fan of romance novels.”
“And Doyle,” he cut in. “I love a good murder mystery thriller.”
“Whatever you say.”
“It’s true!” Adrian spluttered. “I just finished reading Hound of the Baskervilles. I think it’s one of Doyle’s be
