Whatever It Takes

Stella

The restaurant door clicks shut behind Vance, sealing off the outside world and its nosy journalists. Vance brushes off his hands as if he’s just dealt with a minor annoyance, but his eyes meet mine, full of concern.

“You okay, Stella?” he asks, walking over to where I’m standing.

“I’m fine,” I say, even though my pulse is still racing. “Just a little shaken up. I didn’t expect that.”

Vanc