My stomach twisted, and my heartbeat echoed loudly in my head as an uncomfortable silence followed Kade's words. It felt like my worst nightmare was coming true. I hadn't expected him to address me in front of everyone.
I stood frozen for a moment before forcing myself to move aside so people could leave the room. I ignored Gabriella's curious stare and the inquisitive glances from my coworkers as I tried to make sense of what Kade was up to.
He was now focused on something on his phone, one hand stroking his jaw as though he were deep in thought. Once we were completely alone, I let out a tense breath and walked farther into the room until I was standing a few steps away from him.
He sat there calmly while my mind was in complete turmoil. "Why did you do that?" I asked before I could s
