Chapter 79

• I blush instantly upon hearing his words, but it's not out of embarrassment, it's more out of desire for him to do it. Instead, I grab my things and head to the bathroom, laughing nervously. I take a quick shower and come out wearing one of the hotel robes, my hair almost dry thanks to the hairdryer. Christian is on the balcony with the phone pressed to his ear. I signal to him that he can come in, and he nods just as there's a knock on the door.
• "Your clothes, miss," the girl says in English, handing me a garment bag and a shoebox as soon as I open the door.
• "Merci," I murmur, taking the items.