Chapter 49
- The moment I said it, I regretted it.
- Calling him by his first name—Damien—felt too intimate, too personal, like I’d crossed a line I hadn’t even known existed.
- I quickly waved my hand dismissively, trying to cover up my slip. “I was just joking. I’m more used to calling you Mr. Sinclair.” My voice sounded strained, forced. I hated it. I hated how awkward I felt under his gaze.