Chapter 22-Meeting Elise

Clarissa POV

Dominic approached the man outside, who leaned in to whisper something to him. In an instant, Dominic's expression shifted to one of seriousness, and when his gaze met mine, I felt a lump form in my throat.

Something deep inside me suggested that whatever was said had something to do with me, drawing his attention. Once the man finished speaking, he entered the room, leaving Dominic to address me.

"Once you're finished here, my men will escort you back. I need to get back to work," he stated before stepping out, leaving me feeling exposed and vulnerable.

Without a moment's hesitation, I hurriedly slipped on my clothes and rushed out of the dressing room, but he was already gone. Whatever had come up seemed pressing enough to pull him away.

"Do you know where the boss went?" I asked one of the men Dominic had left behind.

He shrugged, his broad shoulders indicating indifference. "No idea," he replied, his voice rough.

"Can I give you a ride home?" he asked unexpectedly.

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