Thursday. Luxe Ibiza Hostel, Cala Gració, Ibiza.
ORION HELD HIS WORK phone in his hand and stared at Maria. In all the time he'd owned the hostel, there were fewer than five times he hadn't had the phone on him. The hostel was his life. But if he always put work first, he'd never have anything for himself. Still, this was a big step to take.
"You will contact me if anything happens," he said.
Maria smiled and grasped the phone. "Yes, Mr. Doukas. Go enjoy your day."
He tightened his grip.
She pulled.
He couldn't reach for one thing while holding onto another.
Reluctantly, he gave up the phone.
Maria quickly pocketed the device while doing her best to not laugh at him. Her dark eyes sparkled with life.
He let his hands fall to his sides.
The staff were top-notch. His security was t
