Connie POV"It's not about interest," he finally answered after what felt like an eternity. "It's about doing what's right." But I wasn't buying it. The way his eyes flickered, the slight hesitation before he spoke—it all hinted at something deeper. He wasn't avoiding this because it was wrong; he w
"Probably a good idea," he agreed gently. But as he spoke, I caught a glimpse in his eyes—a flicker of something unspoken. His words said one thing, but his eyes told a different story. Was that regret? Longing? For a moment, I wondered if he was battling the same inner conflict as I was. Maybe he w
Chase's POVI stood there, momentarily stunned by Connie's sudden shift. Just moments ago, she was desperate for reassurance from Knox and Kane, clinging to the hope that they still cared for her. Now, she was making a bold move on me. I couldn't deny the flicker of excitement that ignited within me
"What's the harm?" Thor urged, his tone changing to desperation the second she touched me. The scent of her perfume enveloped me, intoxicating and warm. My heart raced, and for a moment, I considered giving in. I felt Thor stir restlessly within me, a newfound urgency in his demeanour."Do you feel
Chase POV "What?" she exclaimed, her voice trembling. "That's not true!" I avoided her gaze, focusing instead on my brothers."You know what she's like," I added weakly, immediately regretting my words."We do. But we know what you are like too..." Adam raised an eyebrow, scepticism evident. Connie
"I will," I promised. They exchanged a glance before nodding. An unspoken understanding passed between them, and I knew they were giving me the chance to make things right."Alright," Liam said. "We'll leave it at that for now. Lottie is with Knox, I assume?" Adam's jaw tightened at the mention of L
Lottie's POVStretching out on Knox's bed, I felt an overwhelming sense of peace wash over me. The soft rise and fall of his chest against my back was a comforting rhythm that I had missed more than I realised. His strong arms were draped protectively around me, his hands resting gently on my growin
Lottie POV: I started gathering clothes, separating clean from dirty. As I moved around the room, I couldn't help but notice how things had changed. Knox's shirt, which I slipped on, used to fit me like a tent. Now, it stretched snugly over my belly, barely reaching mid-thigh. I caught a glimpse of