Chapter 321

“You first,” he said, giving her a heated glance as he swiped at his bottom lip with a thumb. Oh God, she wanted to do that with her tongue. She cleared her throat and closed her eyes trying to get her bearings before speaking. “I was wondering if you would consider revising your role as my fiancé for a night.” His eyebrows popped up and he angled his body towards hers, not touching her but close enough that she could feel the heat emanating from him. “Another reunion?” She quirked her lips in a wry smile. “No. An over-familiar coworker who won’t take no for an answer.” His eyes darkened and he stepped closer, his body brushing hers lightly. “Has he hurt you?” he asked, his voice low and dangerous. “No,” she said, her voice barely a whisper. Declan lifted a finger and traced the side of her face with a soft touch. “When? When do you need me to play the role of fiancé?” “At the hospital benefit,” she said and he smiled down at her. “It just so happens,” he said, brushing his lips across