Chapter 10

‘Several things spring to mind, Christian, but I’m too polite to spell them out.’His chuckle was warm treacle spilling through her veins. ‘It’s been an absolute pleasure meeting you tonight, Elena. I hadn’t expected to enjoy myself so much.’‘I amuse you?’ Her jaw firmed, her look dared him to laugh at her.‘That’s not the word I’d use.’ Abruptly his laughter died. His expression was sombre and intent.‘I don’t want to know.’His eyebrows arched. ‘You don’t? I hadn’t pegged you for a coward, Elena.’She shook her head. ‘I’m not afraid of you.’ She was too busy being terrified of the stranger she’d become while she was with him.