Chapter 82

Before I could utter a single word, he had already pulled me away from the spot.

The look of determination in his eyes was difficult to ignore, but I wanted to resist, to say something or protest. Yet, all my attempts were thwarted by what felt like a wall of silence between us as he looked straight ahead, unresponsive and seemingly unaware of how I was feeling.

I quickly survey the area, searching for Aiden and wondering if he is here, somewhere far away watching me. I know that if he is and catches me doing something I shouldn't be doing, I will be in a world of trouble. It's moments like this where my fear of his disapproval overwhelms my better judgement and stops me in that spot, frozen from taking the risk.

Adam didn't slow down until we arrived at a public restroom. He peered around the corner cautiously, scanning the area for any potential onlookers before tugging me into the room and firmly shutting the doors behind us. He still hadn't turned to face me yet, opting instead to