"I have nothing to say to you," I said, watching our reflection in the mirror, the way he held me to his chest like I belonged there.
His grip on my waist remained firm.
"Then, you're just gonna have to listen to what I have to say," he told me, his voice dropping an octave.
"What do you want, Kyren?" I asked, turning around to face him.
"I want you, Hailey," he said, his large hands coming up to frame my face. "Let me love you," he said, staring deep into my eyes.
"What about Tessa? And your mom... she didn't seem to like me," I mumbled under my breath.
"Tessa is my friend. We grew up together, that's all there is to our relationship. I'll handle my mom. Just trust me," he uttered in a gentle tone.
I do trust Kyren.
"This isn't another one of your games, is it?" I asked, j
