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Chapter 9: Sparks and Promises

I snapped out of my frozen stupor, realizing I was still staring wide-eyed at Xavier. Flushing hotly, I dipped into an awkward, jerky bow, a leftover habit from appeasing volatile men.

"Don't," Xavier's deep voice rumbled, a frown etching lines between his brows. He didn't sound angry, just wea...