Chapter 138

He'd once wanted to pull her away from Jareth's grip, but seeing her this happy... maybe that was enough. Even if it hurt, maybe it was time to bury his feelings forever. ***** Carrington Group, CEO's office. All that came through was the beeping tone on the other end. Even after the call ended, Jareth still hadn't moved, phone gripped tightly in his hand. His gaze lingered on the black screen, and that bright voice of hers still echoed in his ears, ringing like a morning bird. The exhaustion built up from back-to-back meetings vanished in an instant, like something had gently lifted that weight off his chest. It was like a soft warmth blooming in his chest, spreading out slow and tender-something he hadn't felt in a long, long time. He hated what they'd done, but no matter how much he fought it, he couldn't stop falling for Celestia a little more each day. He had tried-actually tried-to rein it in, to keep it hidden. But every time she was near, any logic or hate he held just evaporat