Jared was stunned by my question, and then he let out a sigh. “Victoria, do I really need to spell it out for you? I swear, I’m more into you now than ATACA You’re like someone I’ve never met before. You’re shining.”

I let out a mocking laugh. “So you only start to see my shine now that I’m not yours anymore? What am I supposed to say to that?”

It was like I’d just called him out, and Jared gave an awkward chuckle. “You’ve put up with so much before. Now, I’m giving you a chance–want to get

your revenge?”

I hadn’t expected Jared to take my sarcasm so well. Instead of getting mad, he just flirted back in that easygoing way. Tracy really did a number on him- he had really learned how to be a flirt.

“I’m not the type to torture people, but you’ve changed lately. Have you noticed?” I let out a cold laugh.

“I haven’t changed. I’m still me.” Jared insisted.

“No, you have. You never used to pull these moves. I’m guessing Ms. Darwin taught you all these tricks,” I said, keeping my tone even.

Jared seemed to tense up at the mention of Tracy’s name, and he rushed to explain, “Victoria, are you really never going to get over this thing with Tracy? How many times do I have to say it? There’s nothing between us.

work together and appreciate each other’s talent,

She was his baggage. But that wasn’t my problem. I could mention

really taught me a lesson. Maybe

have been pissed,

more. I just hope you realize that,” Jared said seriously, almost like he was afraid

so I’m not about to take your word for it,” I replied, my voice still lazy and careless, which only

patient. “Alright, Victoria, there’s no need for us to argue. I checked

living up high, so if you

scared. Thanks,” I said, and hung

squeezed through the

apartment was huge, a two–story loft. Back then, I’d insisted on glass windows just because they looked

in, hitting me square in the chest, and I had to step back before struggling to shut them

in fast. I just stood there by the window, feeling

storm.

book, headed upstairs, and pulled my bedroom

d up by the

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