Max I watched her drive away, heart in ruins, and I’ve got no one to blame but myself. Missy saw a crack in my armor and forced it wide open. All I remember is downing that final shot, handing over my card, and stumbling out the door. The next thing I know, I’m waking up naked with that b***h’s mouth on me. Now I’m parked outside the apartment, hands gripping the wheel, desperate to go upstairs. But Rion was clear—Raine needs space. One more day. That’s all she asked for. I try to link her. "I love you, Angel." Nothing. Not even a whisper back. I drive off, checking into a hotel like some stranger to my own life, and bury myself in work. But I can’t focus. My thoughts loop the same nightmare over and over. Missy didn’t act alone. That potion messed with my body and my bond. Tyson cou

