#Chapter 23 – Ella’s First Interview

Ella I must have misheard him. He can’t truly mean that he wants me to move into his rooms. Does he really think I’m that much of a baby, that I need constant watching? “But it was only one dream.” I protest, my voice still shaky, “I swear it’s not a big deal.” Sinclair purrs again, and I feel my insides melting against my will. “Maybe it is, maybe it isn’t. I just want you to sleep easily.” Before I can stop him, he’s lifting me into my arms. “Sinclair–” He interrupts me with a growl, and I quickly amend myself, “Dominic this really isn’t necessary. I can sleep on my own.” “I’m sure you can.” He concedes. “But I want you close.” “And what about what I want?” The words slip out before I can stop them, and Sinclair pauses, looking down at me with an appraising look. “And what do you want, Ella?” He asks huskily, his deep voice reverberating down my spine. “I–” I open my mouth to tell him I want to be alone, in my own space and without his intimidating presence. Howeve