Bridget’s POV
Jayden’s response was cold, sharp, and completely expected.
"Then stay in your place."
I stared at him, my fingers curling into fists at my sides. I should have just kept my mouth shut, should have nodded and left like a good little doctor who knew her place. But I wasn’t built that way.
I let out a slow breath, forcing myself to stay calm. “Then forgive me for stepping out of my place,” I said, my voice steady despite the frustration bubbling in my chest. “But you need to stop pushing away the people who actually care about you.”
His jaw tightened. “You think trust is given freely, Bridget? That it should be handed out like a gift?” His tone was low, edged with something dangerous. “Trust is earned. And right now, I don’t know who deserves it.”
I scoffed, shaking my h
