Chapter 168. A Young, Broken Heart

Startled, I broke off the kiss to meet the teary gaze of a very heartbroken teenage girl who was trying so hard not to cry.

Guilt swamped me. “Nina...”

She cut me off. “I ask again, what is going on here?”

“Look Nina, this is adult business, you have no reason being here and questioning us.” Jared sharply replied.

“Jared!” My sharp gaze glared at him.

I didn't appreciate his tone on the obviously confused young girl.

“What? I told you she does not need to be encouraged. She's a minor for fuck's sake!” He appeared exasperated by the unfolding drama.

“So I should not like you?” Her young tone showed she was deeply hurt.

“Yes!” Jared's reply was immediate and firm. “Like your mates. Guys your own age or same age bracket, I am too old for you.”

“You don't get to decide that!” She cried, tears running down her cheeks.

Oh crap! I was feeling an unhealthy amount of guilt. I shouldn't have encouraged