A Bitter Compromise

Declan let go of Kendall's chin and stepped aside. Lowering his gaze, he looked at her and said, "We'll meet again at night. Send me a message, and I'll bring your drafts." With that, he walked up to the door. He opened it and left the room, leaving behind a lingering coldness that Chloe's call had brought.

Kendall sat alone for a while before deciding to take a shower. Afterward, she confided in