Julian's POV I stepped out of the bathroom, pretending to be calm. Honestly, my d**k felt like it was about to explode. Another second in that room and I’d have gone full beast mode—ripping Evelyn’s clothes off, pinning her in the tub, and driving myself into her with no mercy. But that was Evelyn—subtle in her seduction. That’s what made her so damn cute. Any other woman would’ve stripped down immediately, wrapped herself around me, and taken over the room. She wouldn’t let me get out. I sighed. So much pride, and she’s still teasing me like this. Most guys would’ve carried her straight to the bed the second she walked in. But she was hurt—not just physically, but mentally too. I couldn’t take advantage of her like that. Even though she played it cool, acting like nothing had happene

