Chapter 13

I groan at Jake’s voice and raise my head, coming nose to nose with him. His perfect green eyes lock onto mine from an intimate angle as memories flood into my brain and bring instant face heat.

Really? It had to be him! Of all people. Why him?

I push myself up quickly from sheer embarrassment and haul myself to my feet ungracefully. Two men are standing close by, watching us with amusement while one of them leans down and helps Jake to his feet, picking up his cell in the process and handing it to him.

“I’m sorry,” I breathe out heavily, panting. I look back at the lift, but it’s shut, and I sag with relief. That creep has gone, but my body still vibrates with adrenaline and fear.

“What was that all about?” He smooths down his clothes before reaching out to push back a strand of my hair. Realizing what he’s doing, he moves back quickly, dropping his hand to his side. I glance at the other men awkwardly; both seem to be staring anywhere but at us. They mutter