Killian’s Pov
The moment Lilith left, I stared at the door for a second longer than I should have.
What exactly was she trying to do?
This sudden change… the soft voice, the playful eyes, the unwanted closeness—what was her endgame?
Was she trying to make me fall for her?
I almost laughed.
If that’s her plan, then she’s wasting her time. I don’t fall. I don’t bend. I don’t feel.
Let’s see who gets tired first.
I unbuttoned the rest of my shirt and walked into the bathroom. Not because I was shy around her…I have no reason to be. I just needed the cold water to silence my thoughts. My body was tired. My mind is more so.
Business was getting more aggressive lately. Too many mouths speaking where they shouldn’t. I needed clarity.
After the shower, I stepped out, fresh and calm. The
