"You're following me, detective," she said, her voice husky. "Why?"
Nick's instincts screamed at him to be cautious, but he couldn't deny the attraction he felt towards Catherine. "I'm just doing my job," he replied, trying to keep his tone neutral.
As they stood there, the rain intensifying around them, Nick realized that this was more than just a cat-and-mouse game. It was a dance of wits, with the stakes higher than he could have ever imagined.
The air between them crackled with tension as Nick struggled to maintain his professional composure. He knew he was walking a thin line, but he couldn't help himself. He was drawn to Catherine, and he sensed she was hiding secrets that could crack the case wide open.