Chapter 79

Tara's back was pressed against the wall, her ears burning red. No matter how she struggled, she couldn't break free. The corner they were in was cloaked in shadows, almost invisible in the dim light. "Mr. Farrell, let go of me," she hissed, her voice barely above a whisper. Fear tingled in her veins—not from him, but from the possibility of someone seeing them. The last thing she wanted was for others to think she'd seduced Soren. Soren studied her silently for a moment, then raised his hand and gently tilted her chin up, forcing her to meet his eyes. His gaze was dark and brooding. "Still trying to run from me?" A chill crept into his voice, and Tara's breath hitched. "N-No." His tone softened, but it didn't make her feel any safer. "Everything you told me two days ago—you lied." Immediately, Tara shook her head. "No, I meant what I said. I just wanted us to test the waters and determine if we're right for each other. I didn't want you to regret anything. Rushing into a re