As he worked, he spoke softly. “They’re being so childish, fighting over you in public like that. Don’t they realize they could ruin

your reputation?”

“Yeah, they really are being childish,” I murmured, lost in the feeling of his hands. For some reason, what he said actually made

sense.

Ryan continued, “If this ever happens again, just let it go. Do what you did today–just dip out. That’s the smartest move.”

“Alright,” I replied softly, eyes shut.

“Are you drunk?” Ryan asked, suddenly leaning in close.

I was already leaning back, and when he moved in so close, I instinctively opened my eyes. Our eyes met, and for a moment, I couldn’t breathe.

Ryan’s face was just unfair–young, ridiculously good–looking, like the sun coming up after a long night. He didn’t even have to try; he was just naturally that charming.

I couldn’t look away, totally caught up in staring at him.

His lips were that fresh, dewy rose color, soft and inviting, and when he flashed those perfect white teeth in a little smile, it was honestly impossible not to get drawn in.

By the time I realized he was doing it on purpose, my heart was already pounding, way ahead of my brain or my expression.

checking me out like I was a masterpiece, his eyes scanning every inch of my

vibe was making me want to run for it, so I squeezed my

temples down to my cheek, then suddenly bent over me from behind and pressed his

was sweet, like rain–kissed grass, and my whole

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him away, Ryan just got

off–kilter kiss was way too much–way too hot. I couldn’t handle it, so I gave him a firm smack on

giving me this totally innocent look. “Hey, that actually

you right for pulling that stunt!” I snapped, shooting

age. He lowered his voice and asked, “So,

Nathan and

to use that as an excuse, hoping it would make Ryan give up and back

had a bit of a falling out,” I said, trying

gave me this look I couldn’t quite read, his eyes so deep it felt like

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escaped to the kitchen, pouring myself a

consider me?” Ryan asked, not pushing

met his eyes and said seriously, “Honestly, I just want to put all my time into my career. Love is way too

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