Damn it! This was not the perfect timing for Troy to appear. It would simply give Leander a chance to run away from me without explaining anything. But before I could reply, Leander's hand snaked around my waist as he pulled me close to his chest. I gulped due to the sudden rise of heat building up inside me. I wanted to push him away, however, he seemed go have drain every ounce of my strength that I was left with nothing but dependence on him. “You can speak with her without me leaving, Mr. Gonzales,” Leander stated with a cold yet authoritative voice. It was the very first time I heard him like that since he had been the bright and optimistic type of man. And I hated to admit it but... it felt like I have been doused with freezing water upon hearing him. “This matter is just between

