Chapter 87

Dahlia finally came out of her room when it was almost evening. She had decided against stepping out to be in the same space as he was, so as to not further complicate issues for herself.

She needed to focus on her relationship with Dr. Jett but Elio wouldn't let her. Everything about him screamed distraction and temptation.

She had peeped through the door to see if he was still half naked and had seen him sleeping on the couch, though, still bare chested.

She quietly tiptoed to the kitchen to drop her plate in the dishwasher when his voice startled her, causing her to drop the plate to slip her hand and hit the floor.

She let out a squeal first, then grumbled her annoyance.

She bent to pick the pieces, but Elio had swiftly made it to the kitchen to stop her from doing so.

"I'm sorry I frightened you." He apologized, "let me."

Dahlia did not hesi