Wesley squinted, standing at the door with one hand in his pocket, staring at me.

I said, "We've never had any relationship, and we weren't close before, and we won't be in the future. You don't need to help me because of my parents and then keep showing your disdain. We're essentially strangers." I took a deep breath, trying to keep my tone calm. "I'll have Vivien transfer the money for the dress."

"No need," he promptly said.

"I don't like owing anyone anything." ...