Strings Attached

“Curious about how fast I can ignore you,” I lied, turning away again. “Enjoy your hand tonight, Hayes. I’m done.”

But I heard him chuckle behind me as I walked to the door.

“See you soon, Aria. Real soon.”

I slammed the door and leaned against it, breathing hard, already knowing he was right about one thing.

I was so screwed.

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The next morning I woke up already annoyed. I barely slept —