Kerris POV

"I'm alright now, seriously," I tell him as he leads the way up the porch. "The doctor said I'm stressed and need rest."

Zach turns to look at me briefly. "It's only your second day as my assistant. Am I overworking you already? Is that why you passed out?"

"No. I've been... It's been a rough... holiday for me."

We are at the door now. He reaches for the handle and holds it open, motioning for me to enter.

I step into a clean, elegant living room. The place is simple, but warm in a way I didn’t expect.

"Welcome to my home," he murmurs from behind me....