““What are you working on?” she finally asked. He growled a low warning in his throat that made her a bit uneasy. “I have a lot of work to finish. I’m not here to be sociable. I’m here only to protect you. Ignore me and go about your business as if I’m not even in the room.” She arched a brow at that ridiculous comment. “Have you any idea how much space you take up? In case it’s escaped your notice, you’re not exactly small or easy to ignore.” She could have sworn she saw one corner of his mouth twitch as if he’d almost smiled. But he said nothing in response.””
