Hadley stood frozen as Eric approached, her mind still a complete blank. She felt as though she knew this man—and at the same time, as if he were a stranger.
Her lips parted slightly, her breath coming quick and uneven.
Eric let out an exaggerated sigh, rubbing his forehead as if exhausted by the entire ordeal.
"I'm feeling lightheaded. I should get going."
"Of course," Wayne responded immediately, seizing the opportunity to show deference. "Mr. Flynn, allow me to escort you out."
"No need to trouble you." Eric waved him off without hesitation, and then, without breaking stride, pointed at Hadley. "She'll walk me out."
The meaning behind his words was crystal clear.
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