Noah had hardly had a chance to absorb the presence of a stranger in his home when the girl's piercing, appraising eyes focused on him.
"Sorry, who are you?" Noah demanded, gripping the glass of water he had just poured more tightly.
The woman in front of him possessed the sort of effortless beauty that screamed fame. Silky, flowing hair cascaded down her shoulder, and her designer jacket hugged her body as if tailored specifically for her only. Even her smirk was imbued with confidence that set off instant alarms in Noah's mind.
She didn't respond to his question. Instead, she looked around the apartment, her lips twisting in something akin to distaste. "This is where Kai is staying now? It's… quaint."
Noah scowled. "Who are you, anyway?"
The girl finally faced him again, amusement flickering in her perfectly lined eyes. "I'm Shiphier," she said, as if that name should be enough to tell him everything. "Kai's ex."
Noah tensed.
