Claire Connor's words rings in my ears, heavy and sharp like they cut right through the fear. Not a single hair on my head touche None of these men making it out alive. No ashes left of Tyler. Chills race down my spine, and I stare at him, searching his face for any sign he's joking. He has to be, right? This is Connor, my best friend, the guy who teases me about bad takeout and steals my fries. He doesn't talk like some deadly enforcer. Or does he? The way he said it, so calm and certain, makes my stomach twist in a mix of terror and something hotter I don't have time to unpack."Connor," I start, my voice shaky but trying to stay steady. "That has to be a joke. You didn't actually mean—"He cuts me off with a look, his hand still firm on my wrist. "Stay inside. I'll go out and handle this."I yank my arm back, shaking my head hard. "Like hell I will. You think I'm just going to sit here like some damsel while you play hero against my crazy ex and his goons? No way. I'm coming with
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