Maya stared at Edward’s messages long after the screen went dark.
*You disappeared without telling me.*
*I don’t like that.*
A strange chill went down her spine.
Vanessa noticed the fear flickering across her face.
“You see it now, don’t you?” she asked quietly.
Maya locked her phone immediately.
“He’s just controlling.”
Vanessa gave her a look that clearly said *you don’t even believe that yourself.*
“Edward has always liked control,” Vanessa admitted. “But with you…” She hesitated. “It’s worse.”
Maya pushed her chair back suddenly.
“I should go.”
Vanessa stood too.
“One more thing.”
Maya paused.
Vanessa’s expression turned serious.
“If you decide to go back to him, don’t do it halfway.”
Maya frowned. “What’s that supposed to mean?”
“It means Edward doesn’t share.” Vanes
