Chapter 48

apter 48

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I hesitated, the prospect of escaping Drake’s orbit tempting me more than wanted to admit. Freedom from Drake. From his touch, his scent, his goddamn control over every fucking aspect of my life. Could it really be that simple?

‘T… I’ll think about it. Seriously.”

Jason’s face brightened, and he nodded enthusiastically.

I didn’t see the shadow that darkened the corner behind us, didn’t notice how Drake’s eyes narrowed to dangerous slits as he watched me nod in response to Jason’s offer. If I had, I might have run the other way.

The women’s restroom was mercifully empty when I pushed through the door, the mixture of perfume and disinfectant hitting my nostrils like