Chapter 411

But I didn't even have to say no to Jace—Someone else was already waiting for me.

Hayden stood by a sleek black motorcycle, rocking a black T-shirt and cargo pants, looking effortlessly cool.

It was the first time I'd seen Hayden like this. And, okay, I wasn't blind. The whole bad boy vibe? Yeah, Jace used to nail that, too. All cocky, like he owned the world or something.

I still remember the way my heart would practically sprint every time I hopped on the back of Jace's bike, arms wrapped tight around his waist, the wind whipping past us as we tore through the night.

"You're still into motorcycles?" Jace's voice pulled me out of the memory, and it had that same old edge, like he was daring me to answer.

I just gave him a small smile and didn't bother responding. Instead, I walked straight to Hayden.

Hayden spotted me and started making his way over. But before he could get close, someone else swooped in.

Of course. Kylian.

My big boss, stepping out of some fancy car. He was w