As if he could feel my gaze, Stefan turned suddenly to meet my gaze. Our gazes held for a few seconds before I pursed my lips, about to look away. But Stefan was the one to look away first. I mentally sighed, knowing he must be hurt. Guilt flickered through my heart, and I told myself I really should have made things clear to him sooner.

Jack Monroe had watched me again. His face clouded a bit. I had agreed to give him another chance, but he knew I was different with him. I kept him at an arm's length now. The easy warmth that had characterized our relationship was...