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

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Chapter 658

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Moments later, Jace barged in, heading straight for the bedroom without even glancing at me on the couch.

Wayne wiped the corner of his mouth. For a split second, I saw it-a faint smear of red.

Jace returned, and Wayne, as unbothered as ever, spoke up. "You don't always have to assume the worst of me."

Jace's eyes finally landed on me. His tense expression eased slightly when he saw I was still fully clothed, but his voice stayed sharp. "You shouldn't have gone after her."

Wayne grabbed a tissue, dabbing at his mouth before strolling to the liquor cabinet. He poured himself a drink, taking a slow sip. "She came after me," he replied, calm as ever.

His words sent a chill through me. Had he figured out I was trying to get close to him on purpose?

"Or is it you who's been watching her all along?" Jace fired back, cutting straight to the chase.

"Don't forget, Jace-you're nothing to her now. She's single. She can start fresh if she wants, and me liking her? That doesn't break any rules." I had to admit, Wayne's composure was on

written all over him.

to be with you?" Wayne sneered. "I don't

my

voice tight and unrelenting. "Anyone

out a low chuckle, his confidence unwavering. "Why? Afraid she'll choose me? Or is it..." He paused, his eyes narrowing. "You still want her, don't

a deliberate, almost menacing tone. "You don't need to know why. Just understand this: I. Forbid.

a

for a reply, Jace walked toward me and scooped me

wonder-was his arm injury healed? Could

you taking her?" Wayne's

tension was unbearable. Were they really about to throw down

a smart move at the time, but being in his space had put me on edge. Oddly enough, I felt safer with Jace. Maybe it was because, despite everything, Jace had always respected my limits-well,

his office.

his car. I had no clue where he planned to take me, but I wasn't up

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