*MALIYAH*
That moment ended so quickly when he moved away from me creating a distance between us.
“Esme told me you didn’t tell Caleb about the contract.”
He looked so calm now as if he hadn’t almost kissed me few seconds ago.
Thinking it was best not to dwell on those confusing feelings.I played along as he changed the topic.
“Yeah.That man is odd.He said he was like a father figure to you but he sounded mean.”
Bennett scoffed.”Father figure,my ass.He wants my company and he would do anything to ruin me.”
I blinked.”Woah…that’s…”I don’t even know how to describe.
They were relatives.
Relatives always got along,right?
“Anyway,thanks for covering up for me.”
“You’re welcome.”I replied.
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When I got back to my bedroom,I sat on the bed re
