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Author: Wummie
last update Last Updated: 2025-08-05 05:36:48

PIPER’S POV

Who is there ??? I called out

“Five minutes,” came Rowan’s voice from behind the door. “I’ll drive you.”

I didn’t answer. I didn’t trust my voice not to break.

Instead, I stood, grabbed my bag, and told myself to hold it together.

I stood in front of the closet, fingers hovering over the row of hangers.

After a moment, I reached for the black sheath dress—simple, sharp, and defensive, like armor. I slipped it on without really feeling it, the fabric cool against my skin.

A quick swipe of lipstick, barely-there mascara, and I was done. Presentable. Professional. Untouchable.

By the time I stepped out, Rowan was already at the car, leaning against the door with the kind of casual confidence that irritated me more than I cared to admit. He didn't say anything as I slid into the passenger seat.

The ride was silent until the second red light, when he reached out and stretched his hands toward mine, lacing our fingers deliberately.

I jerked slightly, startled. "What are you—
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