My face grew hotter by the second. It was my worst nightmare come to life.
I dared to peek at mason’s face, hoping he maybe hadn’t noticed – but his expression was stiff, his smile gone completely.
That’s a lot just for his daughter.
What’s their relationship, really?
Is it possible they’re…
From their spot near the front, Avery cleared her throat loudly and the whispers paused – but picked back up in full force. Her face turned sour. I chanced a look at Levi, but his dark expression made me look away.
Finally, Avery snapped.
She raised her voice the moment the Josh was done. “I can’t believe I even have to say this,” she forced a laugh. “But as his fiancé, let me clarify that Levi’s generosity is a mark of his care for his foster child. Nothing more.”
I wanted the floor to op
