CHAPTER 29

I was disappointed when Jacob flatly refused my invitation. I tried to sleep by closing my eyes, but I couldn't fall asleep. I got out of bed, annoyed that I didn't get what i wanted, and made my way to the door. I tiptoed down the hallway to Jacob's room, exhaling deeply as I paused outside his door. I stood near the door but couldn't bring myself to knock. I couldn't decide whether to knock or go back to my room. I took another deep breath and closed my eyes. When I felt confident enough to announce my presence, I raised my hand and knocked on his door.

The door opened with only three knocks, and I swallowed the lump in my throat while trying to calm my heartbeat. I wasn't supposed to be nervous in his presence, but the way he looked at me was out of the ordinary.

I averted my gaze because I felt naked in front of his eyes, but Jacob caressed my face and compelled me to look at him. For a brief moment, our gazes were locked, and no one dared to look away. Standing outside his room i