Chapter 179

*LORENZO* “Hi, Jago,” I said to the barman. “Table for two for lunch?” “Megan will sort you out.” Jago pointed to the far corner. “Megan?” Shit. “Yeah, she’s working here now.” Fuck. I gave Danica a sideways glance and she looked puzzled. “Are you sure you’re hungry?” “Yes,” She replied. “Doom Bar?” Jago asked, staring with overt appreciation at Danica. “Yes, please.” I tried not to glare at him. “And for the lady?” Jago’s voice softened, his eyes still on Danica. “What would you like to drink?” I asked. She peeled off her hat, releasing her hair. Her cheeked were flushed from the cold. “The beer I had yesterday?” she said. With her loose, dark curls falling almost to her waist, her shining eyes, and her radiant smile, she was an exotic beauty. I was beguiled. Totally and utterly beguiled. I couldn’t blame Jago for staring. “Half a pale ale for the lady,” I said without looking at him. “What is it?” Danica asked as she began to unzip the quilted Barbour jacket. And I knew I had been ga