The rainwater slid down Faris’ jaw slowly. His eyes remained fixed on Damek Ivanov after hearing those words.
“Let her breathe, Faris.”
The air instantly became heavier. Even the police officers nearby seemed distant now. Jayda’s heartbeat pounded painfully inside her chest while standing between them.
Faris slowly let go of her shoulders. “What exactly is that supposed to mean?” he asked quietly.
Too quietly.
Damek shoved both hands inside his pockets. “It means she’s overwhelmed.”
“And you know that better than me?”
Jayda immediately looked at Faris. There it was again. That sharpness in his tone. That subtle hostility. Before, she would have ignored it. Now...
Every little thing felt louder.
Damek shrugged lightly. “She almost got shot tonight. Anyone would be overwhelmed.”
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