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    “Why are you still here? It’s sote.”


    For a moment, Cedric forgot entirely that it was Dani’s office he was barging into.


    But Dani, ever the understanding one, didn’t flinch. Instead, she softened, her eyes holding a quiet warmth as she looked at him.


    “I’m waiting for you.”


    Cedric’s exasperation almost made himugh bitterly.


    Dani was always so practical. Just moments ago, she had been firm, ready to walk away from him if he didn’t give in. But the moment he did, she wrapped him in care and tenderness, showing just how much she had been waiting for him.


    Cedric couldn’t bring himself to ept this, yet, inexplicably, he always fell for it.


    He tried to keep his face impassive, but the effort was futile. Instead, he pressed his lips together tightly, remaining silent. Dani walked toward him, a soft smile gracing her lips.


    “I was waiting for you. Let’s go home, alright?”


    Cedric silently packed up hisptop cord, rolling it up with a methodical motion.


    “I’m sleeping in the lounge tonight.”


    Dani didn’t hesitate.


    “Then I’ll stay with you.”


    Cedric refused to look at her, his gaze fixed on his hands. He couldn’t risk meeting her eyes—he knew his resolve would crumble the moment their gazes locked.


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    “No need. I’ve gotten used to sleeping alely.”


    Dani’s heart skipped a beat at his words, and she stared at him in disbelief.


    “Are you serious? You promised, Cedric—forever and always. I won’t ept this.”


    Cedric’s anger began to fade, reced by a faint pout.


    “Dani, this trick won’t work on me.


    You can’t just push me away and then try to sweeten things up with kindness. I don’t like it when you act like this. I don’t want to sleep with you tonight.” He was resolute, clinging to the need to remain firm. If he didn’t, he feared losing every shred of control in this rtionship—and his future would be in jeopardy.


    Dani let out a sigh, but as she turned to leave, she nced over her shoulder.


    “Alright. Really noting home with me? The lounge isn’t as cozy as home. Plus, no one to chat with you. Aren’t you nning to finish that astronomy book we were reading together?”


    Cedric was about to say “No,” when Dani leaned in, her lips brushing against his ear as she whispered something. Cedric’s fist, which had been resting on his leg, clenched instantly.


    “Don’t you want to look?” she teased, her voice low and seductive.


    Cedric’s throat tightened, his eyes darkening with an intensity that mirrored the shadows surrounding them.


    Without a word, Cedric grasped Dani’s hand, leading her to his car.


    The sleek, limited edition car tore through the empty streets, the night air rushing past as the engine hummed powerfully.


    Later, in the dimly lit room, Daniy on the bed, her body drained of all energy. She teetered on the brink of unconsciousness when Cedric’s voice sliced through the haze. His gaze was cold and calcting as it locked onto hers.


    “If I hadn’t agreed today, who were you nning to show this to?”


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