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Xander got some serious guts. He knew Wayne had been after me, yet he still stepped up like it was nothing. Bold move, honestly-I didn't see that coming from him.

But with Demi possibly hanging around DracoLux, I had to prioritize that. "Sorry, I've

told him.

Sot other plans tonight," I

Xander? Totally unbothered. "Alright. If you need anything just let me know." Then he left without a fuss.

At the elevator, someone called him "Mr. Hart" again. He just nodded, cool as ever

gave me a polite nod and

not correcting them.

chimed in. "He really does look like Hayden. So, what do

fast, or Wayne would get suspicious. So, I kept

all fancy with his meals, so

At the same time, I needed Wayne to think he still had a shot. A little stringing along never hurt anyone.

two dishes yesterday," I said, popping open the container. "They didn't

what Xander mentioned, were slider buns and a cup of

cooking was top-notch. Just looking at it was enough to

feels like a serious side hustle," Wayne remarked, sounding oddly impressed. "With cooking like this, he could

You've gotta taste it, too," I said, leaning into the double meaning as I handed him a set

"It's

this solo." I smiled and held the utensils

Whatever. I grabbed my

you didn't eat

first bite. As the flavor hit, I froze. The rich,

lump formed in my throat, my hands trembling slightly. How could Xander

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