Lila
"You see?" he mutters, and that darkness is back in his voice again. "You see why I've been alone? You see how impossible this is? See why I've been stopping myself from feeling for anyone?" He leaps to his feet before she can catch him and starts pacing the living room.
She follows him, pleading. "I'm sorry, Dane, I shouldn't have taunted you. I don't want to kiss other men. I was just…the idea of you touching other women—"
Dear Readers: Your care for Lila, and your concern about Dane warm my heart. Thank you for being so invested. From this point on I want you to know: I vow to you, Lila will NEVER become a mistress. She's far too strong for that! (Insert wink emoji here)