Chapter 66

The reason I couldn't let Tyler get too close was not for considering him an obstacle in my work, but for knowing that one night would not be enough for any of us. Because, unconsciously, I liked him more than I would admit out loud. And as much as that feeling was impossible to hide or keep stored until it faded like dew at sunrise, everything changed that last night when he had offered to go out with me. Because that was the night I met Zachary Malik.

"I would have loved you, Mila. Truly," he said softly. " But this other guy, whoever he is, must be amazing to you. I hope you are happy.

I lost my speech and my conscience screamed at Tyler's words. I forced a laugh, but it sounded so dry that even I wouldn't believe it if I listened. He was declaring himself and exposing feelings that I had no idea what it was like to have them? My head turned.

“ Tyler... I'm not dating anyone if that's what you...

"Are you ready or not, bitch? " Kendall screamed, sticking his head