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.

appreciate each other’s talent, does that really count as being

wasn’t my problem. I

ability, huh? You’ve really taught me a lesson. Maybe I’ll start using that excuse at work, too,”

have been pissed, since

relationships, women usually end up getting hurt more. I just hope you realize that,” Jared said seriously, almost like he was afraid

not about to take your word for it,” I

speechless by me. He had to force himself to stay patient. “Alright, Victoria, there’s no need for us to argue. I checked the weather–it says there’s

so if you get scared or

scared. Thanks,” I said,

I hung up, the wind squeezed through the windows

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

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

fast. I

storm.

my bedroom curtains tight,

d up by the

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