Chapter Thirty Seven

Caleb

I knew exactly when Ruby arrived in the building. The hairs on the back of my neck stood on end as if us being within such proximity of each other drew us together with a strong magnetic pull. Her floral perfume, the leather jacket she wore, her coconut shampoo, and her shea butter body lotion that she’d massaged into her skin smelled like heaven.

I could sense how nervous she was feeling and there was a hint of fear too. I’d have to talk to Brian about that. He was a good guard dog to have on the door, but he was a touch too harsh with her. I quickly picked up the phone and informed my assistant to send Ruby straight up here.

“Hi, Lauren. Ruby is here. Yes, Ruby! Could you see that she’s sent straight up, please? Brian’s being his usual abrupt self, which is probably something to do with Aaro