12
AUDREY
“Audrey, so great to see you.” Jett reached out and clasped my shoulder. He probably thought he was showing warmth, but it was everything I could do not to flinch. He and Boyd were of similar size, but while I felt protected by Boyd, Jett felt imposing. The fact that he hadn’t gotten the idea that the first date was also the only date creeped me out. Fortunately, we weren’t alone. The bar was now packed.
“I’ll buy you a drink.” His grip propelled me to the bar. Damn, could the guy be any pushier?
Seriously.
I assumed this was how he made it big in the hedge fund world.
Considering I just turned down a far more appealing drink offer, I found it hard to even be polite. I dug in my heels and resisted his hold on me, which made my arm tug in its socket. “No, Jett. I don’t want
