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.

Jace-you're nothing to her now. She's single. She can start fresh if

frustration was written all over him.

used to be with you?" Wayne sneered.

me: my past

Jace snapped, his voice tight and unrelenting. "Anyone but her. Pick

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

menacing tone. "You don't need to know why.

hit like a hammer,

toward me and scooped me up in

wonder-was his arm injury healed? Could he even carry me like

are you taking her?" Wayne's voice cut through the

unbearable. Were they really about to throw down

answer. He carried me to the door without looking back. To my surprise, Wayne didn't stop him. As we crossed the threshold, I exhaled in relief. Playing drunk to get closer to Wayne had seemed like a smart move at the time, but being in his space

his office.

I had no clue where he

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