The words slipped out before I could stop them.“Yes,” I whispered, my throat tight, my palms clammy. “Stay with me tonight.”Liam froze. His hand on my back stiffened, the teasing smirk he always wore gone, replaced by something darker, heavier. His eyes bore into mine like he was peeling away every excuse, every layer of hesitation, until nothing was left but raw honesty.“You’re serious,” he said finally, his voice low, almost dangerous.My pulse leaped. “I… I wouldn’t have asked if I wasn’t.”For a moment, neither of us moved. The hallway around us buzzed faintly with life, hotel guests walking past, the hum of distant elevators, the clink of glasses from the bar down the hall. But between us, it felt like the world had slowed, like time itself was holding its breath.Then, without another word, Liam caught my hand and started walking. His grip was firm, unyielding, like he was afraid I’d take it back if he gave me the chance.My legs felt like jelly as we headed toward the elevat
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