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Chapter 123

Author: Ella Reeds
last update Last Updated: 2025-03-10 00:39:47

Aria swallowed hard, her body stiffening under Alejandro’s hold. The warmth of his breath against her neck sent an unwelcome shiver down her spine, but she forced herself to stay still. She didn’t know what would happen if she moved—if she broke this fragile moment between them.

But she had to.

Slowly, she shifted, trying to slide out of his grip. His arm tightened instantly, his fingers splaying over her stomach in a silent refusal.

"Stay," he muttered, his voice deep and husky from sleep.

Aria's breath hitched.

Stay?

Her heart pounded wildly. He was dangerous, controlling, and everything she should fear—but right now, he was just a man half-asleep, holding onto her as if letting go was the last thing he wanted.

She closed her eyes for a brief moment, gathering her thoughts. "Alejandro, I need to get up."

His grip didn't loosen. Instead, he exhaled heavily, pressing his forehead against the back of her head. "Just a little longer," he murmured.

Aria's resolve wavered.

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