I stepped into the house with a frown on my face.

The tension in the air was palpable, and I knew Killian was waiting for me. As I closed the door, his voice echoed through the hallway, a little bit worried.

"Catalina! Where have you been? I've been worried sick!"

His concern was evident, but the edge in his tone sliced through me.

I couldn't blame him entirely; I had abandoned my security and headed outside.

I bet he ...