Scarlett POV
"I just finished dealing with the Jackson family. Can't I sit here for a little while?"
Jaxen remained completely still, making no movement.
He said it politely enough, but I knew better.
"What are you sitting here for?"
I reached out and poked him in the chest with one finger.
"Don't lie to me. That's not why you're staying. I know exactly what you're after."
His mouth twitched.
"I'll go then. Good night."
He stood and headed for the door.
I didn't bother watching him leave.
I watched to make sure he actually left.
The second his figure disappeared through the doorway, I pulled my gaze back and looked at Delaney.
"Jaxen is the one who offered to help. I didn't go running to him first, so you don't have to act like..."
I paused, searching for the right word.
"Yo
