Chapter 22

Iris didn't show much of a reaction. She looked like she was listening to someone else's story. She said, "Oh. Maybe the person you're referring to just looks a lot like me. I've lived in Figlia since childhood, and I've never seen you before. Guards, someone is trying to cause trouble. Take him away." She didn't spare Jordan another look and left with the bodyguards shielding her. She slowly left his line of sight; his heart felt empty as he watched her go. "I'm sorry, Ro! Mr. Shore, Mrs. Shore, and Roland know they've done you wrong, too! Forgive us!" he cried at her retreating back. Several people turned to look at him when they heard the commotion and gave him the stink-eye. A young man with freckles and curly hair stopped him warily. He looked contemptuous as he asked, "Do you know Iris from somewhere? I've never seen you in her life. I've pursued her for two years, but this is the first time I've seen someone as crazy as you. "Give up, dude. Iris won't fall for someone like