The Long Game

The move hit Chloe like a slap. Her eyes flashed crimson; she spun on her heel and herded the rest of the executives toward the elevator bank, jabbing the call button like it owed her money.

"Babe, put me down—I can walk," I insisted, trying to sound brave.

Declan's jaw stayed locked. "Quit the hero act. You're hurt, so behave."

"It's really nothing. Only a quick stretch." I'd never twisted anythi