His words were warm, calling her "sister," but the unmistakable determination flickering in his eyes made for an uncomfortable sensation.

He clearly wanted more than just that!

"I'm waiting for Brian to pick me up; if you don't mind, come along."

Jocelyn agreed readily, grabbing her bag and heading out.

Brian was waiting not far away, surprised to find Evans joining them this time.

He paused for a moment, then settled into an easy acceptance, even teasing, "It seems your love for Kelly is indeed true."

Leaving behind a high position in the Romain Group to stay at the Hemsworth Group, dealing with the basics—what else could it be but...