Chapter 120

He nodded and his hands finally released their hold on my hips. “Go.”

I didn’t need to be told twice. Scrambling backward, I climbed out of the tub on my hands and knees, water streaming from my soaked clothes and hair. My legs shook as I stood, whether from cold or adrenaline. I grabbed a towel from the rack and wrapped it around myself.

Without another word, I fled.

I almost slipped on the hardwood as I rushed down the stairs. I was shivering when I got to the kitchen. I stood dripping, staring at the bag of ice I’d left on the counter.

Run, Yve urged. Go to your room before he comes downstairs.

I knew she had a point. I didn’t know what version of him I’d find if I returned upstairs. But, my traitorous feet kept me rooted to the spot.

Damn it.

After what felt like an eternity of internal debate, I grabbed the bag of ice and headed back upstairs. I took a deep breath before reaching for the bathroom door.

It didn’t turn.

I tried again, but it still didn’t turn. Alexander had locked himself inside. And I didn’t know whether to be relieved or terrified.

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pit in my stomach. I feared the worst had happened. That he’d hit his head and

could think better of it. As I neared his

I leaned against his door and strained to hear any sound from within, I

suddenly burst open, and with nothing to support my body, I stumbled forwards. His chest was mere inches from my face when I finally regained balance and forced myself back. My cheeks

broad shoulders blocking my view of his room. He was fully dressed in dark jeans and a black henley. He looked better than I

What are you

brain, trying to think of something to say. “To help you pack.” Yes, perfect.

eyed me for a second as if he didn’t believe me. “Go get breakfast. I can handle the packing

quickly, desperate to escape the awkward moment “Right. Of course. I’ll go get that ready

seriously. “I’m warning you. Don’t go

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