Chapter 132

Nope. I can’t fall for this again. “I’m heading out. See you Monday.” Claire turned and walked off, like she couldn’t get away fast enough. Liv really is peak season for catching feelings—practically contagious. She barely took a few steps before urging Olivia and the others to hurry up, acting like a giant dog was chasing her from behind. Just as they were about to leave the courtyard, a voice called out behind them. “Wait up.” Everyone paused. Julian strolled over at an unhurried pace, his gaze deep and sharp as ever as it landed on Claire. “I mean, running into each other here in the middle of nowhere feels like fate. I was just going to chill anyway, might as well tag along and visit your friend too.” Claire: “…” The rest: “…” Okay, you clearly have too much time on your hands. No one wanted him to go, but seriously, who could stop him? Even Brandon, who usually barked at people like a guard dog, turned into a clueless puppy around Julian. Ella Nielsen sneaked a glance at Julian, t