Chapter 75

Madison

He crossed the marble floor with that predatory grace that quickened my pulse. Several people tried to catch his attention, but he moved past them like they were invisible. His focus was entirely on me, and the intensity of his gaze made my skin tingle.

“Enjoying the party, Miss Harper?” His voice carried that hint of amusement that told me he knew exactly what I’d been thinking about.

“Yes, Mr. Knight. The view has been particularly entertaining.”

His eyes darkened at my choice of words. “Has it now?”

“Mmhmm.” I gestured vaguely toward where Abigail stood, fuming by the bar. “Some people seem to be having trouble reading the room.”

He leaned against the column beside me, close enough that his cologne teased my senses but not close enough to touch. “Jealousy looks good on you.”

“I wasn’t jealous.” The lie slipped out automatically.

“No?” His lips curved into that dangerous smile that promised wicked things. “So you weren