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Damon drove Jasmine back to the house, his grip steady on the wheel. They could only meet Dante and Payne in the evening. Jasmine reached for the door handle, ready to step out, when Damon’s hand shot out, grabbing her wrist firmly yet gently. He pulled her back into the car seat with a subtle, commanding force.

“Have you forgotten that we are a couple now?” Damon’s voice was low, resonating with a confident certainty that sent a shiver down her spine.

Jasmine snapped her head toward him, eyes wide with incredulity. “What do you want me to say? Goodbye, darling?” She scoffed, a mix of irritation and confusion coloring her tone. “I haven’t agreed to be your girlfriend.”

A sly smile curved Damon’s lips as he leaned closer, his gaze never leaving hers. “You will. You just want to see me single,” he stated matter-of-factly. “Every time we meet, you’re going to address me as ‘sweetheart’ or ‘darling,’ and when you leave my car, you will kiss me.” There was no hesitation in his voi