Counterback of the Despised Luna by Diana West

Counterback of the Despised Luna

Chapter 24 Tangled Tensions

This was so embarrassing.

Freya’s laughter echoed in my mind, completely unhelpful.

Finished

My face burned as 1 tiptoed to the bathroom door and cracked it open just enough to poke my head out. “Um. I dropped something by accident. Can you, uh, give it back?”

Caden’s gaze swept over my face, and the corner of his lips curled into a knowing smile. His large, defined hand held out the embarrassing piece of underwear, returning it to me.“Be careful,” he said, his voice low and teasing. “don’t let it fall again.”

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“Thanks!” I accidentally brushed his hand. The heat of his palm shot through me.

Matched it quickly 1. and I slammed the door shut, leaning against it with my heart pounding like crazy. I could actually hear it- it was that loud.

This was too much. Why had I ever agreed to come to Eclipse Pack? Living under the same roof as Caden was starting to feel like a terrible idea.

I took a few deep breaths to shake off the inexplicable tension building in me.

Finally finishing my shower, I walked out and saw Caden sitting on the sofa.

His long legs were casually crossed, and those handsome hands held a business magazine. His sharp brows were slightly furrowed as he focused intently on the pages.

Why was he still up? Was he waiting for me?

I walked past him. Right after I said

rich and slightly teasing. “Is that an

What?! An invitation?!

just really tired and simply wanted to sleep, but why did it sound so different

of yourself. We’re only engaged because our families agreed to it, and it’s ending in three months.

and he stood, looking down at me. I instinctively took a step back,

Women like you, with

right? Did he just say I have

help but twitch my lips. This was probably the best joke in

praise my

no figure! Neither does your whole

stared at me for a few seconds, his gaze darkening. “I’m going

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Tangled Tensions

long stride and

Caden’s POV

Honestly, arguing w

surprisingly

Finished

I tried reading, but images of Roseline kept

light casting a soft glow on her

denying it–she was

“If you like her, don’t hold back. I’m not sure if she’s your destined Mate, but remember, you’re the future

“Roseline is impressive–she’s clever, confident, and keep

unfortunately, she’s not the one I’m searching