KAIRA
My heart pounded so hard I was sure he could hear it across the space between us. Draven stood there, shirtless watching me with those dark eyes that seemed to see right through every defense I tried to put up.
"Have you been hiding from me all day?" he asked, tilting his head slightly. His voice was teasing but there was something else underneath that made my skin tingle.
I clutched my phone tighter, not answering, not moving.
He waited for a moment, then let out a soft laugh. "You know what? Do your thing. I won't disturb you."
With that, he turned and walked back toward the weights, giving me space. I stood there frozen for a few seconds, surprised by his sudden retreat. Then, slowly, I made my way to my usual spot near the corner where the yoga mats were stacked.
Normally,
