Chapter 617

Layla’s POV

I needed to stop thinking about him.

Standing up, I grabbed my bag and made my way toward the bathroom.

A cold shower.

That’s what I needed.

Without another thought, I stepped inside, determined to wash away whatever strange hold this man had on me.

By the time I stepped out of the bathroom, the steam still clinging to my skin, I felt refreshed. The exhaustion from the flight had lessened, and my mind was a little clearer. 

I wrapped a towel around myself, walked toward my bag, and dug through it until I found one of the snacks Jason had packed for me before I left.

Smiling to myself, I grabbed the small chocolate bar and unwrapped it, taking a quick bite. Jason always knew how to take care of me.

As I chewed, my stomach rumbled again, reminding me that I needed real food. I quickly dressed in a pair of comfortable shorts and an oversized t-shirt, then made my way to the kitchen, sti