Chapter 9
The grief from feeling betrayed crashed over her like a violent storm at sea.
She lowered her head, afraid he might see the tears threatening to spill from her
Kamden placed breakfast in front of her.
eyes.
The distance between them was so close that she could smell the woodsy scent of his cologne.
Her thoughts raced uncontrollably. She was suddenly reminded of the kiss from last night, his hands on her body, his warm embrace.
Keira’s face flushed a deep crimson as she stammered, “Kamden…”
Stay away!
Kamden raised a hand and gently touched her cheek.”Are you feeling unwell?”
The moment his fingers made contact with her skin, a jolt of electricity shot through her, making her heart race.
She immediately pushed his hand away.
Last night, Kamden had touched her face just the same way. But his gaze then had been filled with something far more intimate, a deep desire.
Kamden g’inced at the hand she had swatted away, his expression complex.
Keira didn’t notice it, but hesitated before asking, Kamden, have you fallen for someone?”
His fingers twitched ever so slightly, but he quickly regained his composure, pulling his hand back and sitting down next to her.
He took a sip of his coffee and spoke with a quiet nonchalance.”What’s this? Did grandpa set you up with someone?”
Keira quickly shook her head.”Not at all, but grandpa and grandma only want what’s best for
Kamden’s eyes darkened as he looked at her. Keira immediately fell silent, unable to keep eye
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contact.
“Finish your breakfast. I’ll take you to the office.”
Keira didn’t want to trouble him. But with an urgent matter to deal with at work, she agreed.
As they arrived at the office, Kamden suddenly asked, “Are you planning to stay there and keep working with them?”
Keira paused as she reached for the car door.”Kamden, you know about that?”
He didn’t respond.
Keira hesitated. “But don’t worry. I won’t work with Andres anymore. I remember what my family taught me, someone who betrays can never be forgiven.”
She sensed a trace of pleasure in Kamden’s eyes.
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“What do you like about him?”
“Hmm? Maybe because he’s good-looking.”
“Good-looking?”
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