Nina’s heart skipped a beat as she found herself pulled into a secluded corner. Her breath was caught in her throat when she realized that the person who had caught her off guard was none other than Jayden.
Her beautiful amber eyes met his dark orbs, and for a moment, time seemed to stand still.
The emotions that had been roiling inside her moments ago surged back with a vengeance.
She swallowed the lump in her throat, gathering her thoughts and summoning her composure.
As she met his dark and intense gaze, her eyes reflected a blend of emotions—surprise, hurt, and a lingering trace of defiance.
She tried to pull her arm out of his grasp, but she was no match for him.
“What are you doing here?” The man asked. His voice was low, almost a whisper, tinged with a hint of concern.
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