I nodded, my voice caught in my throat, and let Dalton lead me inside. He didn’t speak as we walked, his grip firm but not forceful, like an unspoken command that I wasn’t allowed to let go.His hand was warm, steady—so unlike the coldness radiating from his stiff posture and sharp movements. Every step we took back toward the mansion made my heart hammer harder, my pulse betraying me.Once inside the gated compound, he shut the gate behind us with a soft clang, twisting the lock until it clicked into place. He didn’t let go. Not even for a second.Without a word, he guided me up the stairs, each step dragging me deeper into the growing tension between us. I knew he was angry, but he hadn’t lashed out yet—not verbally, at least. That silence, that patience, felt far more terrifying than if he had.We reached my room. He pushed the door open, motioning for me to sit.I obeyed, perching on the bed while he pulled a chair in front of me. His piercing gaze locked onto mine, sharp enough t
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