Chapter 78

The moment Angelica finished speaking, the atmosphere grew even stranger. She could feel Dominic's deep, cold gaze settle on her. Almost on instinct, she hugged Skye tighter and took two steps back. After a brief pause, she heard him say evenly, "Ms. Thornton, don't invite any unfamiliar man to stay overnight in your home." Angelica froze. Then she understood what he meant. She thought about it and realized it really was inappropriate. She and Elliot were already in the middle of a divorce. Outside rumors said the divorce was because Elliot had an affair with Rosie. If people found out that Dominic had stayed alone in her home, there was no telling how ugly the story would become. It could even be turned against her. They would say she was the one who cheated and that she seduced another man. The thought sent a chill through her, cold sweat breaking out across her back. When she looked at Dominic again, there was unmistakable respect in her expression. "Dominic, you're right.