Chapter 464:

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She and Kellan weren’t a couple, nor would they ever be. The quiet rush of water filled the restroom as Allison washed her hands under cold water, trying to subdue her thoughts.

She lifted her gaze to the mirror, a wry smile tugging at her lips. “When did I become so hesitant and wary, Allison?” she asked herself.

She was never one to hold her tongue or bury her feelings. Yet, here she was, hiding behind layers of restraint.

When it came to the heart, she realized, she was just as vulnerable as anyone else.

As she sank deeper into her tangled thoughts, a shadow seemed to emerge in the mirror, catching her attention. She glanced up, her heart skipping a beat as her gaze met someone else’s reflection. “Mr. Lloyd?” Allison’s brow furrowed in confusion.

This was most certainly the last place Kellan should have been.

mistake?” Allison asked,

lunch, but that didn’t mean

ignored her question. Instead, he moved in a different

more of

her answer calm. “Not at

orange—lingered in the air, sharpening her focus. Kellan leaned against the sink, his expression serious. “There’s nothing going on with her. She left the country when she was

gaze met his, her brows slightly furrowed. “That’s

don’t want

spoke volumes. He

moment, silence filled the

she knew exactly what he

things clear. There was nothing between them, and with Vrining looming in her

Lloyd, I’m not about to fight over anyone. We both have plenty of admirers, and any misunderstandings can be resolved. We’re only partners, nothing

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