12

SHADOW

I didn’t ask how did Califf get Calder’s address. I was sure he had his number, too. We showered and changed to something nice before heading to his brother’s address.

“Please, be nice?” I linked our hands as we entered the lobby of Calder’s nice apartment building.

“Me? Of course.” His smile didn’t convince me. He seemed to have his own agenda. I knew I didn’t change his mind, giving Calder a chance to know each other, but I would figure out what was up on his sleeve.

We got into the elevator and punched the number five button.

“Your father gave you the address?” I studied him thoughtfully. Those eyes were haunting.

“Yeah. He texted me with the number.” He seemed calm, very calm, and it was unnerving.

My temper broke. “Whatever you’re planning tonight, don’t do it, Califf. I’m warning you.”

“Or what, baby? You told me to be nice.” He pulled me closer, lifted my chin, and forced me to look at him before he pressed his lips against mine. “The only plan I have for tonight