Aiden’s POV
I pushed myself away from Ava's grip, my eyes wide with shock and confusion. "What did you do that for?" I demanded, my voice laced with a mix of emotions - anger, frustration, and a hint of vulnerability.
Ava's expression was cautious, her eyes darting back and forth as she searched for the right words. "You were feeling a little tense, so I thought..." she trailed off, her voice barely above a whisper.
I cut her off, my tone sharp and dismissive. "No, I told you to leave me alone and that I was fine." I felt a surge of irritation at her disregard for my boundaries.
Ava's face fell, her eyes clouding over with concern. "I know... but I had to do something. You were becoming too aggressive with me." Her voice was laced with a hint of fear, and I felt a pang of guilt for my
