Chapter 97

Just as Cassandra stepped out of the elevator, she ran into Ryan. Without a word, he wrapped an arm around her and pulled her back inside. Then, he pressed the button for the 64th floor. "I was heading to the front desk to get a room," she said. "You're staying in my place tonight," he replied. "No, I'm not," Cassandra insisted. "You sure? Cameron's in Stokelle right now. If he shows up kneeling outside your door, begging for an explanation, do you think you'll get any sleep?" Hearing that, she remained silent. "If you sleep in my room," Ryan added, "and he shows up, I'll tell him to get lost. I won't let him disturb me and my girlfriend's romantic evening." Defeated, Cassandra sighed and looked on as the floor numbers ticked higher and higher. Ryan reached out to ruffle the dogs' heads. "You guys did well today. Tomorrow, your mom will give you extra chicken." At that, the dogs wagged their tails. They panted happily and licked his hand. Ryan grimaced and wiped the slobber