Chapter 39
- The moment Melanie stormed out of the restaurant, Alexander was on his feet, following her. His long strides caught up with her quickly as she made her way toward the sidewalk, her heels clicking sharply against the pavement.
- "Melanie, wait!" he called out, reaching for her arm.
- She jerked it away instantly, spinning around with a glare that could burn through steel. "Don’t touch me, Alexander! Just stop!"