Chapter 11 Don’t Think You Can Just Walk Away

At first, Stella thought Chase was only bluffing. But in the dim light, as it flickered across his face, she caught the look in his eyes—and in that instant, she knew he meant every word. Flustered and furious, Stella stormed out, leaving Chase alone, exhausted, as he collapsed onto the bed. He slung an arm over his eyes. Through the crack beneath the door, music from the party still filtered in. That world of lights and laughter felt far away now.