Briella was the last person he thought would come visit him here“Briella…” His voice faltered.“Can I come in?” she asked quietly.He stepped aside, and she walked in. The scent of her familiar perfume filled the room, and Hayden’s chest tightened. He felt his temperature rising.She turned to him, twisting her fingers nervously. “I… I came to thank you,” she began. “For bringing Elsa back. I wasn’t myself that day, I didn’t even acknowledge the fact thta you played the major role in recovering her safely.”Before she could finish, Hayden crossed the small distance between them and his lips met hers, silencing her words.Briella froze, startled, then felt her heart crash against her ribs. When he finally pulled away, his breath grazed her cheek.“I'm sorry, I shouldn't have done that.. I just wanted you to stop talking,” he murmured, his voice rough. “I don’t need your thank yous, Briella. It's my duty to ensure your safety and that of Elsa.”Briella nodded and moved closer to him an
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