Chapter 88. Resist or Give In?

Athena

I didn’t know how to tell him I wanted him without sounding desperate or needy. I was scared.

I went through my usual morning routine like a zombie, my mind still replaying every moment from the night before. As I was putting the finishing touches on my makeup, I heard a knock at the front door.

My heart leaped, thinking it might be Tristan arriving early. I practically ran to the door, but when I opened it, my face fell immediately. It was my neighbor, standing there with that same smile he always wore.

He always seemed to show up at the most inconvenient times. I raised my eyebrow, not bothering to hide my annoyance.

“Good morning?” I said, making it sound more like a question than a greeting.

“Seems like I came at the wrong time,” he said, though he made no move to leave.

Yes, you absolutely did, I thought, but forced my expression into a polite smile. “No, I’m just surprised to see you. What do I owe this visit?”

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