Alexei's expression didn't change but she could see his jaw tighten even more as he took only one step into the room. His fists clenched at his sides like he was holding himself back from reaching for her. Keira's heart hammered against her ribs, her mind racing… exactly how much had he heard.

"The master key," he finally said, his voice low and very controlled. "I came to see you and found the doors locked. I always keep the key with me in case one of the staff lock the doors."

Keira ...