Chapter 198

Alaric

I returned with two glasses of amber liquid, handing one to Julian. "Ms. Thorne, you're welcome to join us. I'm sure we could all use a drink after the day we've had."

"Thank you for the offer, Mr. Sterling, but I should get going. Early start tomorrow." Evelina avoided my gaze, but I could see the flush still coloring her cheeks.

"If you're sure," I conceded, letting my voice drop slightly