VESPER GREY LYSAN POV

"You really need to stop being so jealous," I said, turning to face him. "You almost broke his hand just now. Don't even try to deny it."

He crossed his arms over his chest, his jaw tightening as a deep frown carved into his face.

"He deserved it. He shouldn't have put his hands on you."

I exhaled slowly, shaking my head. "He's just a business partner. You have absolutely nothing to worry about."

"I know that," he muttered, arms loosening as he leaned down toward me. ...