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“Don’t move,” I order in a rough voice. “I’ll be right back.”

She raises an eyebrow, some of that sass returning. “What if I need to use the bathroom?”

I can’t help but grin. Even with her hair messy and her breathing uneven, she’s got attitude. My fucking girl.

“Then I’ll escort you there myself.” I brush my thumb across her plump bottom lip. “I meant what I said. You’re not leaving.”

“You’re insane,” she mutters, but there’s a smile playing at the corners of her mouth.

I steal one more quick kiss before forcing myself to step back. “Stay. Put.”

Her laughter follows me to the door. “I’m not a dog, you know!”

I look back at her, letting her see exactly how much I want her. “No, but you’re mine. Better get used to it.”

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MARYAM

The second the door closes behind him, I slump back on his desk, my whole body tingling. What just happened? One minute I’m enjoying dumplings with my friends, the next I’m making out with Riku “The Serpent” Watanabe, like my life depends on it.

And the craziest part? I want more. So much more.

I pull out my phone to find a flood of texts from Nia and Tessa.

Nia: GIRL WHERE ARE YOU??

Nia: Nvm, saw The Serpent drag you off ??

Nia: You okay???

Tessa: Holy shit, did you see how he looked at you? ??

Tessa: Ryu says he’s never seen his cousin act like this

Tessa: TEXT US BACK

I bite my lip, trying to figure out how to explain what justhappened when I barely understand it myself.

Me: I’m fine. I’m in his office

Me: He’s being… protective

Nia: “Protective” ??

Nia: That’s what they all say

Nia: Right @Tessa?

Tessa: Look how that turned out for us!

Tessa: Welcome to the Watanabe wives club ??

Me: I am NOT becoming anyone’s wife!

Me: We just kissed

Their responses come instantly:

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