The Heir's Secret Bride

Chapter 335 96%

Back in the car, Maeve thought Byron would say something, but he just gave her a quick glance before focusing back on the road.

She couldn't quite figure out what that look meant, and the silence between them felt awkward.

When they got to the apartment, Byron pulled her into the room across the hall. Once inside, he grabbed her arm and lifted her onto the cabinet near the door. They were now eye level. Maeve tried to get down, but his solid frame blocked her, making it impossible to move.

"What are you doing?" she asked, frowning.

"Don't you have something to tell me?" Byron's voice was deep.

Maeve pressed her lips together. What are you talking about?"

"You think I didn't notice what happened today? His gaze never left her. "I've been waiting for you to come clean the whole drive back

It was clear she had no intention of saying anything.

for an answer. She looked down, staying quiet On one

worried Byron would blame her for suggesting they separate so easily. Still, thinking about Byron with Serena at the party earlier

her silence dragged on, Byron's expression grew colder,

not going to tell me?" His voice was sharp. "Maeve I've given you

them"

the door open for her to step closer, but she chose to stay right where she was, refusing

step.

with Jaylen because he only had six months to

different. Maybe Jaylen held more space in

He slowly released her

probably wouldn't be needed anymore. His expression darkened, and

there. Byron froze. Maeve pressed her cheek against his back,

his reaction, she moved in front of him,

bright red, but she pushed through the embarrassment, meeting his stunned gaze. "You're