CHAPTER 37

  Christopher's POV

I led Tiffany through the hotel lobby, nodding at the staff as we passed. The café was my pride and joy, a sleek, modern space with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the bustling LA streets.

"This place is gorgeous," Tiffany marveled, her gaze sweeping over the gleaming marble and sparkling chandeliers.

"Thanks. I designed it myself," I said, hiding my pride. "Well, with help from a team of very expensive designers."

We settled at a quiet corner table, and I signaled for the waiter. "Two espressos, please. And maybe some of those little almond cookies?"

Tiffany fidgeted with her napkin, clearly uncomfortable. "Listen, Christopher, I want to apologize again for earlier. I feel like such an idiot."

I waved off her apology. "Water under the bridge. Let's just start fresh, shall we?"

"I'd like that. And for the record, I'm not usually so... forward."