Chapter 17: Mutual Respect
(Olivia's POV)
After dinner, Connor and I descended to the underground parking garage. I walked toward the glacier blue Bentley Continental GT, keys in hand.
"How does the car feel to drive?" Connor asked softly.
I tucked a strand of honey-brown hair behind my ear, my amber eyes avoiding his intense gaze.
"I drove it last night, it's really good. Thank you, Con." Then, remembering something important, I lifted the keys and added, "By the way, I also have a gift for you. I meant to give it to you last night but forgot. It's in my suitcase at the hotel. I'll bring it to you when I come back."
Connor gently opened the driver's side door. "Why don't I come with you? I'll drive."
I was momentarily stunned but quickly recovered. "Coming together is fine,
