Chapter 186

Valerie

Okay, now I’m blushing—ME, Valerie Kincaid. That’s…amazing! I didn’t expect Lukas to say something so bold, and my body responds with a full-body shiver. This is a different side of him, and I’m here for it.

“Home,” I whisper, grabbing his hand. “Right now.”

Lukas glances toward his friends, who are watching us with matching grins. “I should say goodbye.”

“Make it quick.”

He smiles—that ra