Chapter 275

Evelina

"We'll keep it private for now." A small smile played on his lips. "You drive a hard bargain, Ms. Thorne."

Relief washed over me. "Thank you."

"Don't thank me yet." He took another step closer, his voice dropping to that low register that always sent shivers down my spine. "I might want something in return."

I raised an eyebrow, fighting to keep my expression neutral despite the heat bloom