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Chapter 28: Whatever It Takes

NYX'S POV..

As I worked on arranging the flowers, Elaine joined me and we started chatting about our favorite flowers.

"I love the way daisies brighten up a room," Elaine said, holding up a bouquet of yellow and white daisies.

"I prefer roses," I replied, taking a stem of red roses and trimming its thorns. "They have a classic beauty that never goes out of style."

As we chatted, Dario walked in, and my heart skipped a beat. I tried to focus on my work, but I couldn't help but feel his gaze on me. He was so close, which I found not quite strange after my assessment of him when last we met.

"Hey, Nyx," Dario said, flashing me a smile. "How's it going?"

"It's going well, thanks," I replied, trying to keep my voice steady.

"You know, my roommate is going to be on guard duty tonight," he said, leaning in closer. "And I was thinking, maybe you could come by and keep me company?"

Elaine made a small noise of surprise, and I could feel her eyes on me. I blushed, trying to keep my composure.

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