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Testing the boundaries

Leona’s POV

“I like you, Aiden Vale,” I said softly, leaning forward across the table. My fingers found his, warm and firm, and I let them linger there while my gaze locked on his.

For a moment, he just stared at me. Then—he flinched. The movement was small, but it was there, a subtle withdrawal t...