The Only Exception

When Sloane put down her phone, she met Vaughn's probing gaze. Her heart fluttered unexpectedly, and her face showed a hint of discomfort.

"Harper said she had to leave first for something. Let's eat," Sloane said.

Vaughn just nodded, as if he'd expected it.

After dinner, Vaughn drove her back to the Sterling house.

He pulled up in front of the Sterling house. As Sloane was about to get out, he gr