Chapter 11

• Her expression shifted rapidly from concern to anger. “How dare you? How dare you turn something innocent into something sordid. Emilio and I are friends—nothing more.” She pressed a hand to her forehead. “Oh God, I can’t believe you’d even think—what is wrong with you? It’s almost as if you assume the worst of people just so you can’t be disappointed.”
• Was that what he did? Stunned by the accusation, Lucian felt a sudden, cold detachment settle over him. “Despite a brief acquaintance, Emilio would clearly put himself in danger for you.”
• “We’ve been in close quarters for two weeks—what did you expect? On second thought, don’t answer that.” She took a deep breath. “Look, maybe you don’t know me well enough to realize I wouldn’t do that, but you know Emilio. He told me he’s worked for you for twenty years! How could you suspect someone who has been loyal to you for so long?”