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"Thanks for the ride Xander.." Layla thanked Xander as he pulled up in front of Nolan's place.

"Anytime.." he smiled at her.

"Do take care, hmmm. See you some other time.." he waved as Layla stepped out of the car.

"You too bye.." she watched as he drove away. She inhaled sharply walking towards Nolan's apartment.

She wondered why he decided to live in a penthouse when he was filthy rich.

She stopped at the door hesitating if she should go in. Her last visit here was not so pleasant as she had not forgotten about Maddox, how she passed out and how Nolan lashed out on her.

Maddox was one scary dog that she couldn't help but to be scared of.

Taking in deep breaths, she brought out the key which Xander had given her earlier.

Opening the door slowly, she placed one of her legs into the house cautiously, in fear that Maddox might sprang up on her.

She was about to take another step when she heard a loud bark.

"Oh god!!" She yelled, slamming the door.

"There's no way I'm going in there.."