I looked up and saw my sister staring at me, eyes goggling and mouth open like a goldfish.Shit. This was the last thing I needed. Victor was speaking in a low voice, his tone perfectly controlled, like it always was when he wanted me to listen. Even in a public place his effect on me was undeniable. I had to fight the impulse to submit, to roll over and show my belly. The only man I feared had finally found me, and now here was Claire, thrusting herself into the situation. She could never know I had anything to do with him, otherwise all my plans would fall apart. I had to do something, so I let instinct take over. I shoved Victor in the chest, enough to push him back a step. “Hey,” I said loudly, attracting attention. Then I darted over to Claire, catching her arm and positioning her between me and Victor, acting like I needed her protection. “What’s going on?” Claire asked, clueless as usual. “Nothing,” I said. My heart was hammering so hard I was afraid she could hear it. “I
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