Chapter 15

I immediately fixed him with a cold stare. "What do you want from me?" He had been following me—I was sure of it. But why? Did I hold some value I wasn’t aware of? Or worse… was he connected to Joey? Had she sent him to seduce me and create fake evidence of infidelity? The thought sent a chill down my spine. His gaze didn’t waver. He stepped closer, his slow, measured movements carrying an unmistakable air of control. My breathing hitched as I instinctively backed up. But before I could move any further, his arms caged me in. Unlike Sebastian’s embraces, which had once felt warm and protective, this man’s touch was entirely different. He didn’t even hold me—he just trapped me. Like I was locked in place, like there was no escape. His scent was expensive, masculine—clean but utterly overpowering. He leaned in, lowering his head until his lips were just a breath away from mine. My heart slammed against my chest. "So," he murmured, his voice deep and smooth, "have you really fallen into m