Chapter 768

Logan's POV

I couldn’t bear that thought. I couldn’t lose her. Not now. Not when she was the only thing keeping me sane. The only light in my world of darkness.

I hesitated, my mind racing. I didn’t want to lie to her. But I couldn’t tell her the truth either. Not yet. I had to find a way to keep her close, to make her mine without losing her.

I swallowed hard, forcing a smile as I looked back at the road. “It was my junior sister,” I said, keeping my voice casual. 

“She can be a bit clingy sometimes. Doesn’t know when to give me space.”

Layla’s face softened, a playful smile on her lips. 

“Oh, I see. Big brother duties, huh?”

I chuckled, relieved that she bought the lie. “Yeah, something like that.”

She laughed, her eyes bright. 

“Well, I hope she gives you some space today. You’re mine for the rest of the evening.”

I felt my chest tighten, guilt washing over me. If only she knew how tangled