"You're sending me to him, aren't you?" I asked, my voice trembling.
Aiden's jaw tightened. "Not yet. But if it comes to that—"
"I'm not a pawn!" I shouted, standing abruptly. "You can't just use me like this!”
Aiden's eyes darkened, and he stood as well, towering over me. "You think I like this?" he growled. “You think I enjoy putting you in this position?"
“Then don't!” I shot back.
The room fell silent, the weight of our words hanging heavy in the air.
"Go back to your room,” Aiden said finally, his voice low.
I didn't move right away, my chest heaving with the effort to keep my emotions in check. But finally, I turned and left, the sound of the door closing behind me echoing in my ears.
Back in my room, I sat on the bed, my mind racing. Aiden's plan was reckless, dangerous, and
