Marcus knew he was being uptight and overprotective. He couldn't bear to let go of her in the crowd. He hadn't thought it would be so hard. He wanted to stake his claim. He needed to. He also knew that since he had brought so many women to these events no one would take Amy seriously. That's why he was possessive. She deserved to be treated like a beautiful intelligent woman, not arm candy.

Brian had greeted him cordially when Marcus went upstairs to get him and his wife. ...