Chapter 245

Madison

I leaned back against the plush leather seat, watching the city blur past through the tinted windows. Alexander’s hand rested casually on my thigh, his thumb tracing idle circles that sent little sparks through my body.

“Nervous about flying?” he asked, noticing my fidgeting.

“No, just wondering why you suddenly decided we needed to go to London.” I turned to face him, raising an eyebrow. “You’re not exactly forthcoming with details, Mr. Knight.”

His lips quirked up at the formal address. “I thought I’d killed that habit in private.”

“Old habits die hard.” I shrugged, trying not to smile. “You still haven’t answered my question.”

The car slowed as we approached the private airfield, where his jet was waiting. I could see it through the window: sleek, white, and undoubtedly worth more than I’d earn in several lifetimes.

“Business and pleasure,” he finally said, squeezing my thigh. “We found Selena’s location. And I thought whil