Chapter 29

Kristin was staring at Rhett like a deer in headlights, her fingers tingling like crazy

Rhett looked at her and reached out “Give me your hand

Like she was possessed or something, Kristin moved her hand toward him, but then she snatched it back just before touching him, shrinking away in fear “Dirty I’m dirty”

She felt filthy and unworthy as if she’d contaminate Rhett

In her eyes, Rhett was Mr. Perfect, a god like figure. She shouldn’t tarnish him, not even a

little bit

Rhett frowned again, not sure why he was even bothering with her. “Put it on yourself, or you’ll

scar

Kristin was pale as a ghost, her fingers delicate and soft, making the burn look more shocking.

She was like a pristine piece of art, stunning but oh–so–fragile.

Scared, Kristin watched Rhett, reached out to snatch the ointment quickly, and curled back

  1. up.

A grin tugged at Rhett’s lips. She reminded him of a defensive stray cat on the streets, always on high alert, paws at the ready, but too scared to throw a swipe.

What was she so scared of? That kid named Summer?

you’re back.” Outside, Vincent pushed the door and walked in.

curtains closed to hide Kristin, giving Vincent the cold eye. “Ever heard of

quickly lowering his head and whispering, “Sorry, Rhett. The

my back and contact Mr. Bryce at Aurora Tech?” Rhett asked with

tone.

to explain, “Rhett, Caleb is Eve’s husband and part of the FitzGerald family. I just wanted to help him and didn’t mean to keep you in the

With Rhett around, he was always second best, whether

who was not

Her heart was racing. And

Vincent, he’d often whine about how the family would be better off without Rhett, even wishing him

strengths. But Vincent was always green

her hand, Kristin

City, only Rhett could

her thoughts, Kristin hugged herself, breathing rapidly.

someone as dirty as her even think about making a move on

hundred times

How ridiculous it was to

mess wasn’t that simple. We’d best steer clear of it. You got that?” Rhett’s presence was

we’re family,” Vincent mumbled

out a mocking

been too bold in the past, and no one could save them now. When the collapse came, Vincent and Holcomb would be running for cover,

contact Mr. Bryce anymore. Don’t drag the FitzGerald

his fists, head bowed, “Yes…”

Rhett said, glancing behind the curtain

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