Aiden’s car screeched to a halt in front of the penthouse. The night was deep, silent, and broken only by the low hum of the engine and the faint rustle of leaves in the wind. He stepped out swiftly, his jaw tight, the world around him a blur as he rounded the car and opened the passenger door.Amelia lay there, unconscious, her head resting to one side. His heart clenched painfully at the sight of her pale face, tear-streaked even in sleep. Without thinking, he slipped his arms beneath her and lifted her gently, holding her against his chest like something fragile that might shatter with one wrong move. Her scent, so soft, familiar, and haunting—brushed against him, and for a moment, he closed his eyes, letting it ground him.He knew she’d be furious when she woke and realized he’d brought her here, to his pent house. But he couldn’t care less. Not tonight.Inside, he switched on the lights. The warm glow illuminated the space, he laid her carefully on the bed. He pulled the duvet up
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