Veronica's words and eyes were like thorns, piercing through him and irritating him more than ever.

His eyes were cold and his breathing became heavy.

He would not allow her to be anywhere near Toby again.

The next day Veronica went to work at the TV station as usual.

She came in Nick's car this morning. Although they shared the same bed last night, they still hadn't spoken since they woke up.

The intense presence of Nick Cage clung to her, making her uncomfortable.

She knew that she had crossed the line to Nick, and she waited nervously for him to lash out his anger at her. Yet, he didn't...