Her head spun. “What?” she croaked. “You heard what I said.” “I don’t know what you’re talking about.” She had to get out of there. Scooting around him, careful not to touch him, she headed for the door. He grabbed her arm, stopping her. She tried to pull away, but he hauled her against his chest, gripping her arms to hold her still. Her eyes closed, memories of being held by him swept over her. His scent, earthy and dark, overwhelmed her. “Why?” He shook her lightly. “Why did you leave me for him?” She opened her eyes, astonished at the anguished look on his face, the hurt in his voice. Water droplets dripped from his black hair. “Did you ever love me?” He walked her backward until she hit the cool wall. She was trapped here, alone with him, nowhere to go.
