Chapter 179

Just as I say “Ten,” I see Roman take a reluctant step back. Soon enough, I notice it’s not entirely by his choice. Chloe's fingers are wrapped tightly around his arm, pulling him away from me. Her face is set in a hard line, eyes blazing with an expression I can’t name.

Roman tries to shrug her off, but Chloe holds him firm, blocking his path.

“Chloe,” he says. “What the hell are you doing? I’ve