“You didn’t have to do this,” he said lightly. “Dragging things into court. I would’ve made sure you and Tyler were taken care of.” Alexis didn’t turn right away. “I am being taken care of,” she said. That gave him pause — just for a second.
“You know I was ready for this,” Vincent continued, lowering his voice. “I’ve got the best people money can buy. You don’t. This won’t go the way you think.” Alexis finally faced him. “I’m not here for what you think,” she said. He smiled, but it didn’t quite land. “Then why are you here?”