I looked at the man I once loved so deeply, his face burned into my memory, haunting me through two lifetimes.

Who would’ve thought Jared would actually humble himself, asking for my love?

Live long enough, and you’ll see all kinds of crazy things.

Seeing me stay silent, Jared’s brows drew together, a hint of desperation in his eyes. “Victoria, just don’t play me like I’m some stray, okay? Whatever you say goes–I’ll go along with anything you want.”

I arched an eyebrow as Jared suddenly bent down in front of my sofa, the warm light overhead bathing his face, making him look soft and captivating.

He reached out, gently taking my fingers and guiding them to trace the lines of his striking face. “Can you see if you can feel something for me again?”

My hand brushed his face without feeling, then I pulled away, curling my fingers inward. “Jared, I’m not some saint. If you’re trying to win me over with money, honestly, I might just say yes.”

“So, can I stay tonight?” Jared asked, his eyes glinting with a teasing smile.

I bit my lip and gave him a cool look. “I’m not in the mood right now. Give me some time to think about it.”

still tangled up with Nathan, are you?” Jared said, a hint of irritation in his voice. He clearly thought

to call the shots, so

don’t like it when you’re with

but you’re still the same,” I snapped, shoving him aside. I walked over to the fridge, grabbed a bottle of cold water,

throwing so much at me, I was scared I’d lose

heaven or hell. If you don’t have the wisdom to handle it, a windfall can be a disaster, way more than you’re ready

the point of having all that money? Jared’s dangerous–I know him too well. He’s only making peace for now, but the second he gets the

don’t want to self–destruct chasing

to be mine, even if it’s only for now,” Jared said, his voice low and

my mind clear as the cold

heard myself say, surprisingly calm, “Sorry, I’m done thinking

from pale to flushed, caught between embarrassment and

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get it, but beauty is a top tier asset. After everything I’ve been through, I know this face can open plenty of

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