~TIANA'S [POV]~
My heart skipped a beat the moment Demetri’s hand settled on my thigh underneath the table. A wave of heat raced through me, making my fingers tremble slightly as I gripped my fork.
Every inch of my skin suddenly felt alive, the awkwardness I’d been wearing now mixed with a strange electricity. The dining room lights seemed too bright on my face and the smell of food turned heavy in my throat.
I couldn’t help but swallow hard, my mouth suddenly dry despite the meal in front of me. I reached for my glass but didn’t drink. My pulse was loud in my ears.
Each subtle press of his fingers sent a ripple of nervous energy through my body. And as Demetri smiled that faint, almost teasing smile at Sienna, I felt as if I were caught in a subtle storm, every nerve on high alert. Th
