Chapter 42: Landon's Compassion
(Roxana's POV)
I was about to leave when Tristan suddenly grabbed me from behind, wrapping his arms tightly around me. The strong smell of whiskey emanated from him as he buried his face in my neck.
"I'm sorry... so sorry," he mumbled, refusing to let go despite my struggles.
"Get off me!" I shouted, trying to kick and bite my way free. His grip only tightened.
A driver hurried over, his voice respectful as he addressed someone behind me. "Mr. Hayes, your car is ready."
My heart sank. Landon was here, witnessing this entire scene.
Tristan's eyes were red-rimmed as he finally loosened his grip enough for me to turn and face him.
"Why have you been avoiding me?" he demanded, his words slurring. "I've been looking everywhere for you. The hotel s
