~ Lila ~
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I stood outside Blackwood International, wrapping my arms around myself, trying to convince myself it was just the wind that made me shiver.
People walked by, not even glancing my way.
The security team had practically pushed me out of the building, treating me like I was some kind of threat. No explanation. No apology. Just cold stares and locked doors.
I had no idea where to go.
Yet, I found myself waiting.
Even after I promised I wouldn’t.
Even though I despised what that meant.
Then I spotted the car.
The sleek, black vehicle sliced through traffic like it owned the road and came to a smooth stop right in front of me. The back door swung open.
He didn’t get out.
Of course, he didn’t.
But I climbed in anyway.
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The door clicked shut behind me with a soft fi
