MICHEAL'S POV
The second I read Jayden’s text, my heart slammed in my chest like it wanted out. Liam’s here. I stared at the words for barely a second before shoving the phone back into my pocket.
Ashley felt it.
She pulled away gently, looking up at me with those tear-streaked eyes, her brows slightly furrowed. “What is it?”
I hesitated, then kissed her forehead. “I promise I’ll explain later. Just stay here, okay?
Don't go out, please. Stay inside and lock the door behind me.”
Her fingers curled around my wrist as I turned.
“Micheal…be careful.”
I gave a light nod and walked out, my fists clenched, pulse thumping hard in my ears.
I stepped out of her apartment and walked fast down the hallway. My blood was simmering, boiling, as I stepped into the elevator. Not just from the l
