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Chapter 22: Fear

LEAH’S POV

Hudson stood few feet away from me, his intense gaze fixed on my figure. At that moment, I felt a jolt of panic.

Why is he here?!

“Huds – Mr. Alistaire…” I took a step back in unease.

But then I saw how his eyes flashed when he noticed how I just addressed him.

“We need to talk.”

His tone was firm, not beating around the bush but it only made me confused and nervous.

“Tonight’s a company celebration, but I think it’s not very convenient to talk about work matters at this hour.” I cleared my throat and avoided his gaze. The pain and bitterness from earlier when I saw them with Melanie came crushing back inside my chest.

I knew it was quite petty, but I can’t stop myself from feeling this way.

“Yeah?” His voice sounded serious, but I could hint a bit of sarcasm from it.

“Or you’re just avoiding us.”

It wasn’t a question. His words sounded so firm and commanding that it made me shiver.

“I don’t know what you mean.”

“Look at me,” His deep voice penetrated my ears. It made my he
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