"That's all I want to say," Adam confirmed, reassured by Ronan's insistance that he wasn't going to be in anyone's bed. He hadn't said why, and Adam didn't dare ask, but he was glad to know it. "Now I want you to get up, drink some water, eat something, and warm up."

Shutting himself off again, Adam turned, expression blank as he held out his hand. "I'll help you inside, if you'll let me." His jaw clenched, still angry and bitter despite his resolve. "Sir," he added, just to prick Ronan's temper.