Chapter 62

Alaric

I kept my expression neutral, though my mind raced through possible ways to get rid of her before Evelina returned.

"I'm waiting for my friend, Gid." I leaned against the doorframe, deliberately blocking the entrance.

Isadora's perfectly manicured fingers traced the neckline of her dress. "Really? I could have sworn you were expecting someone else." Her smile widened. "Perhaps me?"

"No, def