CHAPTER 68

**Cassie's Point of View**

I'VE BEEN TRYING TO AVOID THOSE TWO SINCE THAT DAY. I despise it when I do it, but I feel confused for some reason when they are near me. I felt the same reaction as Kaiden, and I despise the thought. Kaiden is the only person I will love above all others, and I refuse to let anybody else into my heart.

I'm considering how I can easily reject them. They are humans, and I know that once they accept my decision or perspective, they will be able to go on and find someone better out there. But it's also contradictory because I can't picture myself being delighted if they meet someone better.

The foundation ball is tonight. It is the company's founding anniversary, and I am obligated to go. I don't want to come since it will be a waste of my time. But it's necessary because I need to help my boss.

Derek has also avoided me for the past few days, only three days, but it is nothing compared to the day he is away on business. He's clearly trying to avoid me, and I'm