Bye-Bye Jerk, Hello Mr. Right by Rosie Steppe

Chapter 436

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I wasn't sure what was happening over in Lena's room, but judging from earlier? Yeah, it was probably getting just as heated as things were with Hayden and me.

Getting interrupted during that moment, especially their first time, would definitely leave a mark.

I pressed down on Hayden, who was beyond ready. "Hold up a sec."

His chest rose and fell, and his eyes were smoldering. "Hmm?"

I nodded toward the door with a pout. "You hear that? Someone's trying to ruin the vibe next door."

His gaze stayed locked on me. "So?"

"Come on, a hero's gotta step in when there's injustice," I said, already wriggling out from under him.

"And what about the injustice happening right here?" he asked, making me grin.

and gave him a quick kiss. "Just hang tight, babe. I'll

but honestly? That's how I felt with him-like a

how true that old saying is: when you're with someone who really loves you,

I spent so much time keeping up appearances, making sure I didn't mess with Jace's image, that I felt old before my time. Lena used to point out that Hayden didn't have Jace's wealth or status, but honestly? That's what makes being with

you have to lose something to gain something

I opened it, Nate's door across the hall swung open, too. And

stay out of it for now. If things

Retta asked

in the shower," Lena replied, super chill. It was a simple

a little smile. "Yeah,

she knew Nate's habits better than Lena. Total pot-stirrer,

one.

here for Nate, huh? Looks like you came for me." Years of dealing with difficult patients must've sharpened Lena's wit-she could read people like a book. Retta, wearing some fancy silk nightgown, tried to play innocent, but then... I

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Chapter 436

evening dress. But now? She was standing

Looks like they moved way faster than Hayden and I, who hadn't