“Okay, I promise.”

“I want you to swear that you’ll cut all ties to the Xanders. What am I supposed to do if this thing blows up in our faces?”

Samantha was still worried about the Xanders. ‘If the Rivers are in cahoots with the Luposians, I’m sure it’s only a matter of time before the Xanders get into trouble.

‘Adrian, being Harold’s grandson, might end up being dragged into their mess.’

Adrian knew that Samantha was concerned about him, so he replied, “Don’t worry, sweetheart. I haven’t had anything to do with the Xanders for a long time now. As of this moment, you’re the only one in my heart. Nothing else matters.”

“Stop with that sweet talk.” Samantha scowled.

“Okay, okay.” Adrian quickly switched his train of thought.

Samantha burst out in laughter and shot Adrian another glare. “Hurry up and go shower. You stink. Also… Come sleep with me tonight.”

Samantha’s voice was really low during that last sentence, and her face had turned red all the way down to her neck.

She had