Page 108 of Wild Tangled Hearts

"I can wait with you until it arrives or drive you home."

My heart aches, torn between my heartbreak and gratitude for his kindness. I consider his offer momentarily, unsure of what to do next.

"Bella." Alex’s deep voice resonates behind me. "Wait. Let me explain.”

I turn slowly. His eyes are pleading, but my heart is a tangled mess. The image of him kissing Angie burns in my mind, and I don't know if I can bear to hear his explanation.

"Bella, please," he implores, taking a step closer, his eyes filled with desperation.

I hold up a trembling hand, stopping him in his tracks.

The chaos of emotions in my heart threatens to consume me, and I need space to think, to breathe. He runs a hand through his hair, his face contorted with fear, and I can see the pain etched into every line of his expression.

My heart aches, torn between love and doubt, between the memories of our shared moments and the undeniable truth of what I witnessed.

Sebastian's offer to drive me home is tempting, a lifeline of escape from this painful situation. But a part of me wants to hear Alex out, to understand the truth behind that kiss and the state of our relationship.

There's also a part of me that's considering ending things altogether. My heart can only endure so much.

I need to choose. To end things for good and let Sebastian drive me home, or to give Alex a chance to explain and confront the tangled web of our emotions head-on. The decision feels impossible, but it's one I must make.

Reader’s Choice:

What should Bella do next?

Things aren’t always as they seem. Listen to Alex's side of the story and then choose whether to stay or go. Turn to this page.

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Chapter47

Sebastian

A WEEKEND OF TEMPTATION

“I’ve missed you,” Sebastian murmurs, his lips brushing against my earlobe, sending warmth to my core.

I pull back, my eyes locked onto his handsome face, and I smile. “I missed you too. I’m sorry I couldn’t get work off and go to New York with you.”

His hand caresses my cheek. “There’ll be lots of opportunities in the future. I was hoping to take you to Rome in the summer when you’re not teaching.”

“Rome?” I gasp, my pulse quickening at the mere thought of it. “That would be amazing.”

He grins and kisses my nose. “I want to show you the world.”

“You shouldn’t spoil me. I might get used to it,” I tease.

“Good. Because I have a lot of plans for us.”

“Really?” I ask, loosening his tie. “And what do you have planned for right now?”

Sebastian’s eyes gleam with mischief as my fingers work their way down the buttons of his shirt. His voice, filled with a seductive undertone, replies, “Tonight, I have something entirely different in mind.”

Before I can react, he scoops me up into his arms, causing me to squeal with surprise. The world spins around us as he carries me towards his bedroom.

With a playful grin, he gently lays me down on the silky sheets. As he hovers above me, the connection between us is tangible.Real.And I know I’m past the point of falling,

I’m in love with him.

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