Xavier’s Pov
I wasn’t oblivious to the fact that Sierra’s body had gone rigid the instant I’d touched her.
In fact, I’d felt the tension instantly, but she’d let me lead her away without causing a scene, so I guessed it was enough. Because I was exhausted.
We walked through the long corridor in silence, and the instant we were out of sight, she slipped her hand from mine.
“Sierra,” I stopped walking. “What’s the problem?”
She hissed, her eyes wild. It was as though she’d been waiting for whatever this was. “You didn't have to touch me like that.”
“Careful,” I said, glancing around quickly, to make sure staff passing through didn't hear her.
My eyes narrowed.
“You’re my wife Sierra and that gives me the right to, doesn't it?
She crossed her arms, her face painfully cute instead
