“Excuse me, I need to use the restroom,” she said, rising from her chair. “Do you need help?” Aaron asked, standing as well. “No, I’ll be fine.” She forced a smile. “Alright then,” he said, sitting back down. As she walked away, she glanced over her shoulder and caught Alexander’s intense stare. His eyes burned with jealousy. Quickly, she looked away, her heels clicking faster against the marble floor. Thankfully, the restroom was empty when she entered. In frustration, she kicked the trash can, sending papers and tissues fluttering across the floor. “Ouch!” she cried, wincing at the pain shooting up her leg. She rubbed her calf, muttering, “Damn you, Alexander. Why did you have to show up today, of all days?” She mimicked his voice bitterly, “‘What else do you know she’s involved in?’” Kenzie knew exactly what he was planning, he wanted to expose her secret in front of Aaron and Alisha. She realized she’d been gone too long; they were probably expecting her back. She splas
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