Cassian’s POV
The sound of a car pulling into the driveway made my chest tighten. I stood up from the living room couch slowly, running a hand through my hair before walking to the door.
When I opened it, Evelyn stood there with a bright smile on her lips.
“You’re back home early,” I said, leaning forward to kiss her cheek out of habit.
“Well, I forgot one of my files in the bedroom,” she explained lightly as she stepped closer.
“You could’ve called. I’d have brought it to your office,” I said seriously.
She chuckled softly, brushing a strand of hair from her face. “I wanted to, but then I thought—seeing your face makes the drive worth it.”
Her voice carried a playful lilt, and the way her eyes lingered on me made it clear she was flirting. I forced a small smile, but inside, it uns
