IRIS'S POV WELCOME BACK HOME I hesitated, rejecting his offer to ride with him in his car. He had done enough for me by saving him and I certainly didn't want him to do anymore so that I wouldn't have to be compelled to show him gratitude. We were already getting so close due to the intervention of the dues and this whole professional relationship was frustrating me already even though I was the one who brought up the idea. I didn't want any more connection with him than that. “Why don't you want me to take you back home?” Gavin asked. I took a quick glance at him, was he reading my mind? I looked away, my face directed towards the window, I was staring at nothing in particular only to avoid his questions. “No answers?” He added. “My reasons wouldn't change anything. I'm in your car