"You know what? It seems like you're playing hard to get."

Luke's cold, deep gaze held a biting irony that felt far too familiar to Dexie, familiar enough to make her chest tighten. The sarcasm in his voice was clear, but her expression stayed blank. No hint of embarrassment. No anger.

Luke's eyes darkened further.

Casually, Dexie reached out and toyed with the loose strands of his hair, her fingers light but teasing. A sudden smile curved her lips, sharp and dangerous, and without ...