No Strings Attached

Chapter 134

lan quipped again, “Has she ever made you bleed?”

“Not at all.” Dawson shook his head immediately. His girlfriend’s punches were nothing more than playful love taps. He wasn’t like lan, who was always courting disaster.

lan gave him a knowing look. “Bleeding is a sign of true love, my friend. What you have is more of a bed buddy. It’s nothing compared to what Clara and I have.”

Dawson thought to himself, ‘Mr. Hayes, have you no shame? You and Attorney Clara are on the outs. She won’t even give you the time of day, and here you are, still claiming it’s true love?‘

But as a savvy subordinate, Dawson quickly replied with a grin, “Of course, my relationship doesn’t hold a candle to the fiery saga between you and Attorney Clara. All

ton–again, off–again passion–that’s real love. My situation is just too bland by comparison.”

lan shot him a glance. “Do I detect a hint of sarcasm?”

“No sarcasm, Mr. Hayes. I’m just stating the cold, hard facts.”

a tall figure

casual wear topped with a baseball cap. He leaned against the doorframe with an easy grin. “Ms. Clara dumped you ages ago, and you’re still clinging to her, lan. I

met Ryker’s eagle–like eyes as he retorted, “Shameless? Take a look in the mirror. You’re no better than a street

me come over there and teach you a lesson.”

raised an eyebrow. “You? Beat me in a fight? When has

adulthood, Ryker had always been the one to take the fall. Even with years of military

and instructions, and then added, “Make sure he doesn’t get it wet when you change the dressing. I’ve got to head

her, “Dawson’s all thumbs. He’ll botch the job.

“If you’re not happy with his work, come to

lan stood up, grabbing her wrist. He wouldn’t miss this chance

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Hayes? Have you forgotten? It was self–defense at best.

lowered his voice, “Clara, I just want you to change.