Chapter 5

Aria woke to the sound of engines revving outside. Ridge's arm was draped across her waist, his body warm and solid behind her. They'd fallen asleep after hours of arguing, neither willing to give ground.

The morning light streaming through the window made everything seem less dramatic. Maybe she could reason with him today.

"Ridge." She turned in his arms. "I really need to go to class."

His eyes opened instantly, alert in the way of someone used to danger. "No."

"You can't keep me locked up forever."

"Watch me."

A knock on the door interrupted them. "Ridge!" Hawk's voice…