Unexpected Approval

Alistair's mom picked the perfect time to call. 'Did the housekeeper really spill the beans about Alistair bringing me home?' I couldn't help but wonder.

Just thinking about it made my nerves start to fray.

Alistair shot me a reassuring smile. "Don't worry, I'll talk to my mom and explain everything about you."

"Alistair..." I blurted out, my breath catching a little as I called his name.

But Alis