His cool yet concerned voice snapped her out of her reverie.
Don't be foolish, you little thief! Stop coveting your sister's fiancé! her conscience nagged, dragging her back to reality.
Her brows furrowed as she quickly stepped out of his embrace. How could he be so close despite everything?
"This wouldn't have happened if you had just listened," she rebuked sharply. "You might not feel ashamed about wanting something between us, but I won't taint my sister's relationship for the sake of this baby. Please respect the boundaries we agreed on."
A heavy silence followed as Selina noticed that he was staring at her, speechless and unreactive. Deep down, she was surprised by the bite in her tone directed at this young man who usually made her nervous.
But this was how it had to be.
"Then you need to be mindful of your steps if you don't want me close. Otherwise, I might just defy the agreement," Zane eventually said, breaking the silence between them.
