$ 47 % / " I tried to not agree when he asked me if he could privately speak with me , but it was hard , okay ? " | snapped as I shrugged his hands off my shoulders , while feeling my cheeks get filled up with color . " Want me to let you in on a little secret ? " He suddenly said , and I was forced to glance at his face once again . Staring at him like this , with barely any space between us , was making it feel almost like there wasn't enough air here in this room anymore , when the air conditioner is literally turned on . " What's that ? " I finally muttered as I sucked in a deep breath , breathing in a lungful of his cologne . Do you seriously think Marco isn't aware that you still have feelings for him ? " He asked without hesitation and I gasped , my eyes widening as my hands slapped over my face . My breathing ceased in my throat at once , and I gaped at him . " A- are you certain ? " I whispered , feeling externally horrified at the probability that he might be aware of my true feelings . " You just have to trust me in this situation , Addison . " He affirmed then continued before I could respond . " You still want him to notice you and see you in a desirable light and not that of a friend , right ?" I wanted to say no . I wanted to tell him that I wasn't interested anymore , and that I'd leave for LA tonight , cause it was the thing a woman with a little self respect would have instantly done in my situation . However , I ended up giving a small nod while embarrassment swamped my entire insides . over the fact that I really am a pathetic person . He nodded once before flashing me a grin that had my heartbeat accelerating " Good ," he stated , then he his hands moved from my shoulders to my face . He cupped my face for a few seconds , then he was pulling my face closer and my eyes were widening , my heart flying into my throat as he brought my face even closer to his face , like he was about to kiss " W- we're not in public ... I began to whisper , but his forehead met mine , then his lips twitched . " Relax , I'm not kissing you right now . I was about to say something " " Good " I muttered , my breath still feeling labored to my own ears . His forehead against mine felt warm , and his breath fanned against my lips as he spoke . 1/4 11:48 Wed , 3 SeptA Chapter 12 " The guys are about to start a bonfire out there , and there'd be drinks and lewd games going on . We'll go out there , and we'll put on our A - game . " I swallowed emptily before nodding . " Okay . " " You'll try to keep Marco's out of your mind , and try to fully focus on the game . Trust that Marco's eyes would be on you throughout . " He continued and my chest fluttered at those words . Oh ... how I really want that ... " But he said he was disappointed in me He cut me off this time . " Just , trust me , bunny . He's not disappointed in you . He's just mad ." I frowned . " Mad ? Why ? " I asked . He didn't respond , but rose to his feet in the next second , then he held a hand out to me . " Let's get changed . It's definitely gonna be a long night tonight . " Zane looked unimpressed as he looked me over after I emerged from the bathroom in what I changed into , which was a loose pair of sweatpants and a large shirt . " What did you pack when coming ? " He demanded and my cheeks flamed . " Comfortable clothes ! What's wrong with what I'm putting on ? " I demanded and he rolled his eyes . " We're about to go have drinks out there . You should wear a small pair of shorts and a small top or something that would look sexy . Are you forgetting that you're on the quest to make Marco unable to keep his eyes away from you ? " He reminded me and I bit on my bottom lip as I sighed , because I had kinda forgotten about that when changing . I specifically picked these clothes because I didn't want to wear something revealing again and have Marco be disappointed in me again . " But what if " I was still speaking when Zane shook his head . " No buts . Trust me , Addison . " He urged and I pursed my lips . It was hard to trust the man Marco told me was dangerous , and he didn't / deny that when I asked him . But beggers couldn't be choosers , so I sighed as I nodded . " Okay . " After that , I went off to change into a loose sleeveless crop top , and a pair of shorts that was too short 2/4 11:48 Wed , 3 Sept Chapter 12 for my liking , but Zane had whistled when i reemerged and did a little spin . " This is perfect . It will do a very good job tonight . " He informed me while nodding and shrugging into a shirt at the same time , which he left unbuttoned . " Aren't you buttoning that ? " I demanded and he snorted . Nah . " " Why ? " I asked as he pocketed his phone and some other stuff . As he moved , my eyes trailed over the movement of his arms muscles in the sleeves . " Cause I'm hot , and my tattoos are even hotter . Why should I keep this beauty hidden beneath a shirt ? " He responded once his rose to his full height and focused on me . I couldn't stop myself from rolling my eyes as I scoffed . " You're so cocky . " I informed him , but the sides of his lips only twitched as he sauntered over . " I know . " He informed me as he stopped before me , a grin playing across his lips . I scoffed again , feeling irritated . I disliked cocky people , and I wasn't sure I've ever met someone this cocky before . It was more annoying because he was actually hot , so it was more like he was very self aware , but still annoying as hell . " You're not even that hot . " I informed him , but he didn't even look fazed as he began to gather his long hair together atop his head . " Even you don't believe that . " He stated and I rolled my eyes , folding my arms around my middle . " You're arrogant , cocky , annoying , and - and- " I was still speaking when he dropped his hands , his hair in a bun behind his head . " And yet ... my kisses still make you tremble . " He stated in a calm voice and my mouth fell open as I gaped at him , unable to believe my ears while at the same time , color flooded my face . " What ? T - that's not true ! " I cried out , my heart pounding hard against my ribs , then I stepped back when he took a step closer to me . " There's no shame in reacting to my kisses , that's quite normal after all , there's no woman on earth who won't go weak for my kisses .... cause I'm hot . " He stepped even closer , and his hand settled on my waist , which he used to dragged me closer till I was flushed against him . 3/4 11:48 Wed , 3 Sept ▲ Chapter 12 " And that's not me being cocky , it's just facts . " 47 % I was breathing hard as I managed to shove him away from me , but I had a feeling he was the one that . let me push him away . " Well , I- I'm not like those women . Your kisses are quite bland to me , and if it wasn't for the front we have to keep up in front of everyone , I definitely won't let myself kiss you ." I hurled at him , my heart . racing hard as I glared at him . His gaze slid over me for a moment before he rolled his eyes . " Relax , bunny . I was just joking . " I glared at him . " Stop with that ridiculous nickname . " I was still feeling annoyed over that exchange which we just had , and my heart was still racing hard , cause I hated to admit it , but he hadn't been wrong . I did react to those kisses of his . It was hard not to , when he kisses like he knew what he was doing . I reminded myself that this was just for the next few days , then it would be over , and by then , the wedding would have hopefully been called off , and I'd be with Marco by then . I pulled the door of our bedroom open and was about to step out when he suddenly scooped me up into his arms , making me squeal in shock as my arms scrambled for purchase on his shoulders while gaped at him . " For the public . " He explained before I could speak . " Going down like this would make it seem like we're really obsessed with each other. " I bit at the inside of my cheeks and slowly nodded , my throat feeling dry as I responded . " Okay " His eyes bored into mine , making me feel a little unnerved , and so I averted my gaze , feeling super aware of his hand digging into my thighs and the other firmly wrapped around my waist , while he held me flushed against his naked chest which felt hot , and like it was burning through the thin material of my crop top . Thi E Comment Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!