Hostile Encounter

Chloe's expression darkened instantly.

Declan had never been this stern with her before.

Though resentment welled up inside Chloe, she still nodded in the end. "Okay."

After finishing the cup of water, Declan rose from his chair and headed straight for the second floor without a backward glance. "I'm tired and want to rest early. You should leave now."

Chloe watched his retreating figure. A pang o