I’m very selective in my lovers.” “Because you’re so special?” I couldn’t help but ask with open sarcasm. That grin faded and his expression became serious. “Because at points in my life, I’ve lost everything. This house, my other homes, the cars, planes . . . they’re my possessions, but anyone could own them. My body is the only thing that’s truly mine, so I don’t give it away as though it’s worthless.”

