The three of them froze.
Daniel Dominic stood behind them, perfectly dressed in a sharp black suit. His face betrayed nothing, but the chill in his tone was unmistakable.
Alex turned, face paled a little. "Mr. Dominic. I didn't know you were standing there…"
"I was," Daniel said coolly. "Now tell me, what sort of feelings are we talking about? And why does it sound like your sister is about to fall for someone else?"
Darla quickly stepped in with a tight smile. "Oh, nothing serious, Daniel. You know how siblings tease each other. Alex was just being overdramatic."
Daniel's eyes stayed on Alex. "Were you?"
Alex swallowed. "No, I mean… yes, I was just joking. That's all."
But Daniel didn't look convinced.
He glanced across the room, where Jean had paused near the refreshment table, quietly sipping water. His gaze narrowed slightly.
