The Reluctant Heir

"I..."

Before Gavin could say another word, Nolan clamped a hand over his mouth. "He's just messing around. Ignore him. Just stick to the plan I told you about."

"Okay," Clara agreed, though she still looked a bit uncertain.

After the meal, she and Paige left first.

Once they were gone, Nolan finally let Gavin go. The first thing Gavin did was burst out, "What the hell, man? A sneak attack? You pl