Ian Sheffield showed little emotion as he faced her. "I was just passing by and thought I'd check on you."
Zane Jennings's gaze followed them, and he frowned slightly. 'So infuriating.'
For some reason, she suddenly glanced back, and he hurriedly averted his gaze.
Erin Lowell withdrew her gaze and asked Ian Sheffield, "Do you want to come up for a bit?"
Ian Sheffield's refusal was almost instantaneous. "No."
It was the first time in all these years he had ever refused one of her suggestions. The very first time, no matter the circumstances.
Many men had entered Erin Lowell's orbit over the years, but this time, Ian Sheffield felt a profound terror and insecurity, because he knew that this time, Erin had reciprocated.
He felt like he was about to lose her.
Erin Lowell didn't notice anything amiss and simply nodded. "I'll head inside then."
"Mm," Ian Sheffield's voice trembled slightly. His tone was deep and utterly devoid of warmth. "Go on."
