"Because I should be the only one who looks at you like that," he murmured, his voice dropping low as he steps closer.
Miles Carter is notorious around town for being a player. Miles and his best friend, Finn, have always been well-known for their w...
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"Okay, sure. I'll take you home."
"No," I say softly, meeting his eyes. "I don't want to go home."
He raises his eyebrows. "Where, then?"
I let out a breath as I tighten my grip in his.
"I want to go to yours."
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"Really?" he whispers, his voice low and even.
"Yes," I nod. "Get me away from these people."
He nods, pulling me closer to him, instinctively.
"Not leaving so soon, are we?" a familiar voice asks, causing my blood to chill inside my veins.
I feel sick as I turn around, seeing Eli smirking at me.
"Eli," Miles grunts through gritted teeth.
"Hi Isobel, how are you?" he asks me, his tone playful and polite.
I decide not to answer. Mainly, because Miles is gripping my hand so tight, that it is painful.
"I've missed a lot," he says with a grin. "You two, rekindling your old flame? I would say I'm surprised, but we all knew it was bound to happen."
"What are you doing here?" Miles asks him, his tone warning.
"Thought I would visit my good friends," he replies breezily, the soft wind tousling his hair. "And maybe kick your ass, but it looks like someone beat me to it."
He lethargically gestures to Miles' beaten and bruised face.
"Eli, please," I sigh, feeling tired and frustrated. "Don't do this."
