Tempted Trapped and Too Late to Run

Chapter 287

Clara often found herself trying to decipher his cryptic thoughts, leaving her with no choice but to repeat herself.

"I can't go to Azure Shores, sorry about that."

"You have to."

She furrowed her brows, considering quitting altogether, when he added, "Aaron is back."

"Who's Aaron?"

"Lincoln's brother. He's not as easygoing as Lincoln. He's digging into Lincoln's business, and I'm getting you out of here because his interrogation tactics are brutal."

Clara squinted, "What's that got to do with me?"

"Clara, he's going to find you because the meds Lincoln gave you were from Aaron."

Seeing his serious expression, Clara couldn't help but ponder deeply.

With her current situation, she definitely couldn't afford to mess with anyone from the Ferguson family.

if Dylan said Aaron was a tough nut to crack, sticking close to him seemed

But why Azure Shores?

way off, and with Dylan being under

ride with this guy either; lately, she'd

go, but Mr. Dylan, I'll take the train. Your high status won't permit that, so let Aiden

office, "Aiden said it'd be a week-long trip, so I'll head home to pack a few changes of clothes. I've already bought my train ticket, so let's meet at Azure Shores. It's

already out, she heard

reluctantly closing the door

lately, so naturally, I want to avoid any misunderstandings. I don't want the higher-ups thinking I'm climbing the ladder through you, nor do I want Cedric to think I have ulterior motives. Most importantly, I don't want to get dragged into the Ferguson family's drama, so whether you're

spoke with calm clarity, her gaze steady and without a hint of hidden agenda. Dylan's throat

there are plenty of amazing women in the city waiting for you. I know I'm not your type, Mr.

her hand found

really don't like you, and you surely don't like me either. This way, we both avoid any rumors, which is

her eagerness to distance herself, Dylan suddenly

her spine, quickly opened the door, and headed home to pack some

on the train, Dylan's laughter lingered in her mind, as if he wanted

was reading too much