My face turned pale as I tried to breathe through it. My first instinct was to run, to leave and never look back but I forced myself to remain still, holding on to whatever composure I could muster.
This would explain the unease I had felt earlier.
He hurried to his feet, trying to fix his button, wiping his hand on his mouth – Briella’s lipstick stain was there too. His eyes met mine and his face instantly paled as well as shock and guilt flashed in his eyes.
“Lily?” he breathed as if he couldn’t believe I was here.
He pushed past Briella immediately, moving past her as though the kiss was a handshake and approached me slowly, his expression was filled with concern, but I stepped backwards, keeping my distance. I couldn’t let him come closer. I didn’t trust myself – I wasn’t sure I co
