Chapter: 2153

But to Rowland, all he heard was that she'd be alone with Calvin in a hotel room.

After a pause, he offered reluctantly, “Why not bring him along?"

Mia shook her head. "Better not. Calvin doesn't know you, and it'd be super awkward for him."

"You seem awfully concerned about him," Rowland said, his gaze darkening. His tone carried an edge, sharp enough to slice through her excuses. "Here's the deal: we all eat together, or it's just you and me. No middle ground."

Mia bit her tongue, swallowing the retort itching to escape.