Chapter 27

Soren clicked his tongue, clearly displeased by the way Tara avoided him. "Soren, watch yourself. Tara's a woman. Show some respect," said Lance firmly. "Yes, I can see that she's a woman. I was just testing her," Soren replied, sounding irritated. Tara had spent enough time around Soren to know that while he seemed flippant on the surface, he truly didn't take anything seriously. "Mr. Farrell, there's no need to test me again. From now on, I'll keep three paces away from you at all times. I won't have any contact with you." Soren raised an eyebrow. Was she drawing a line with him? He stepped forward, but Lance reached out and stopped him, not letting him get closer to Tara. Tara actually took three steps back, putting more space between them. Soren let out a frustrated laugh. "Tara, come here." When she saw that look on his face, she knew nothing good was coming, so she stayed put. "If there's nothing else, I'm off for the day." She turned to leave but didn't make it far whe