The Interrupted Secret

On the way back, Elara immediately donated the money she'd hustled to an international children's charity. When she looked up, she caught Julian with his lashes lowered.

Her hand froze, and she felt a pang of tenderness. "Why do you still let him pull that stunt on you?"

Julian glanced at her. "He's family."

Marcus, who was driving, kept quiet. After all, he could still hear Mr. Blackwood's words,