Unexpected Warmth

Valerie took two steps backward and responded matter-of-factly, “What nonsense are you talking about? As your sister-in-law, it's only right for me to look after you. After all, we're family. We should stick together and look out for each other.”

Yes, that's right.

It wasn't as though she harbored any pity or affection for him.

Darius gazed at her delicate face, a dull look swirling in his eyes. “