Page 73 of When You Were Mine

Right then, she needed to touch him, shove her hands under his shirt and feel his skin. His hunger stoked her need, woke up the feral part she thought she’d outgrown. But she hadn’t at all. Because it was him. Only him. And she was desperate to get closer, to reclaim all that had been lost…

No.She could never go back to a world where she trusted her heart to him.

She shoved him away.

With a wild-eyed look, he stared at her. “Elzy, what…? Is it because you think I’m engaged?”

What did that mean?Because youthinkI’m engaged?Was he, or wasn’t he?

Her lips were still wet from their kiss. Her body tingled, and the pulse between her legs throbbed. The draw was so intense she had to get away from him. “No. It’s becauseIam.”

He reared back. “You’rewhat?” He glanced down at her ring finger.

“I don’t wear it when I travel. But I’m…I have a fiancé.”

Shock turned him rigid.

“That’s right, Trevor. I’m getting married.”

Chapter Eleven

Even this late at night,the hotel was busy. People waited their turn to take pictures in front of a massive Christmas tree. Laughter and conversation came from a crowded bar, and groups gathered around a central fireplace.

And Trevor sat in a chair, still reeling.

She’s getting married.

All this time, he thought the obstacle was Darby.

But no. Elzy’s engaged.

She loves another man.

No wonder she had no interest in talking to him.

After she dropped the bomb, she stalked off to the hotel. He’d followed from a distance, his legs stiff. He’d watched her move briskly across the lobby to the elevator bay.

And then, he’d had to sit down. Around him, people chatted and laughed. Everyone was in the holiday spirit, dressed up and drinking cocktails.

And Elzy was getting married.

His phone vibrated, and he pulled it out of his pocket.

Darby: How’s it going? Are you still with her?

He didn’t want to talk, but she deserved an answer.

Trevor: You still with your dad? How is he?

Darby: Haha. We’re back at the hotel. Did it work?

Trevor: Yes.

Darby: Good. Does that mean you’re still with her? ARE YOU IN HER HOTEL ROOM RIGHT NOW?

Trevor: No.

And then, he typed the words just so they’d sink in.

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