Isabella POV
“What did you just say?” I managed to let out, my voice barely steady as I tried to process his words.
“You heard me. I came here for you, Bella, and I am not leaving without you. You will be living with me from now on,” Xander said calmly, his eyes locked on mine without blinking. Behind me, I heard Aiden and Mia both gasp in shock.
My chest tightened.
“No, never. I am not going anywhere with you, Draco!” I shouted, anger rushing through me as fear tried to take over.
But Xander only smiled. A slow, irritating smile. He folded his arms across his chest and leaned back slightly, watching me like I was something he already owned. His eyes were so intense it felt like he was peeling me apart layer by layer.
“Bella, I do not think you understand your situation,” he said
