Chapter 244

"Cool off my ass," Allen snapped. Dawson let out a short laugh. "Funny. Autumn's nothing like you." He couldn't help but try to imagine Autumn losing her temper, but the image just wouldn't come. Autumn was sharp and composed. No matter what she faced, she never fell apart and instead handled everything with cold precision. She didn't need anyone. Even when Allen had gotten himself into trouble, she hadn't asked a soul for help. Unless she chose to love someone, a woman like her would never truly let anyone in. And yet, she had once loved Damien. In her heart, he still held a place that mattered. But what had he ever done to deserve it? Every time that thought surfaced, Dawson would force it back down. If he let himself dwell on it, he would lose control and become dangerous. Allen had no idea what Dawson had just been turning over in his mind. He only scowled hard and said, "Cut the crap." Dawson's expression turned serious. "Since I can't hide it from you, I'll be honest abou