Going It Alone

Roman followed Valerie, hesitating as he watched her walk ahead.

After a moment's struggle, Roman called out, "Valerie."

Hearing his voice, Valerie stopped and turned around. "Mr. Adler."

Roman hurried over, scratching his head. "Daphne's just worried about Donovan, you know how he's always protected her since they were little. Don't let what she said get to you."

Honestly, Roman was just as surpr