Serena's POV

"Ardan." At the mention of Ardan's name, we both separated like our touch was lethal to the other.

We both turned to find Thorne starting here. I didn't realize when he walked in apparently neither of us did.

"You asked to see me." Thorne said trying to make the situation less awkward but that could be impossible now.

My face was red in embarrassment and Ardan seemed a little thrown off balance. Even Thorne could sense how uncomfortable the situation was.

He rubbed his nose awkwardly. "It seems you're busy. I'll come back later." He turned to leave but I stopped him. I would rather leave than stay...