Chapter 66

Vera

As soon as I reach the door to knock, Declan has already opened it. As though he was anticipating my arrival beforehand.

"Hi," I say.

"Hi," he replies, not offering a hug, or making any type of physical connection with me, but instead merely standing there after I enter the penthouse and creating space between us. "Come in."

"Would you like anything to drink? How about coffee? Water?" Declan