Unexpected Ties

Vivienne shook her head. "Do you think I'm the one who'd be hurt by anyone?"

Harper playfully lifted Vivienne's chin in agreement. "That's true. My Vivienne is unbeatable; she isn't afraid of bullies, so why would she be scared of a pampered young guy who can't even tie a chicken?" Harper's sarcasm was evident.

Gideon, however, didn't seem angered by her words. Instead, his gaze remained fixed on