Chapter 65: The Difference

Sloane

“Hey,” I managed to say as I placed my items on the counter. My voice came out lower than I intended and it made me feel like I was the one doing something wrong.

His gaze met mine briefly and his lips curved into a smile. It was the kind of smile that was polite enough to pass, but without much meaning behind it. He nodded once, his hands already moving to scan the items. His gestures were