Adam stops a moment later, turning to study Ronan's face in the darkness. He has a friend. Someone who wants to help him.

Any other time, Adam would have refused on the spot. It means too much to his pride and his independence to do things for himself. But Adam believes in making the most of opportunities, and this is an opportunity.

But he can't think of anything in the world that the prince could offer that he could accept.

He shakes his head. "Anything you did would just make him think that I'm too good for them and that I'm trying to rub it in their face."