Before I could respond, there was a knock on the door.
My breath caught in my throat. Something about the timing made my stomach twist.
Hailey’s words were still ringing in my ears as the door slowly opened.
And there he was.
Theo.
Standing in the doorway, looking as calm and composed as ever. His dark eyes locked onto mine, a small, almost amused smile playing on his lips.
It was like Hailey had just predicted this moment.
A chill ran down my spine, but before full panic could set in, Mrs. Rodríguez stepped into the room behind him. That gave me the slightest bit of relief—at least I wasn’t alone with him.
Theo’s gaze swept over me, taking in my puffy eyes and disheveled state. Then, with mock sympathy, he tilted his head.
"I came to check up on my love," he said smoothly. "I not
