Chapter 14
Connor's POV
I walked into Twilight Café, a coffee shop that stood in stark contrast to the familiar haunts I frequented.
Hand-painted coffee cups adorned the walls, and the wooden tables and chairs radiated a rustic simplicity.
My gaze swept through the store, finally locking onto Hailey.
She noticed me too, and seemed surprised by my presence.
She did not come over immediately, but instead watched me from afar, her eyes a mix of emotions I couldn't quite describe.
A subtle displeasure emanated from her stare, stirring up an inexplicable feeling within me.
My wolf, Derek, seemed to sense my emotional turmoil and began to stir from the depths of my heart.
Walking to her, I tried to keep my voice steady and composed. "A cup of coffee, please."
She didn't say a word, mer
