Chapter 3

Olivia shivered at the promise in his words, but she didn't look back as she hurried away from the pond.

She didn't stop until she reached her dorm room, where she collapsed onto her bed, her mind reeling with questions.

What did Damien want from her? And how did he know her secrets?

She couldn't shake the feeling that her life was about to change in ways she couldn't imagine.

The next day, Olivia sought out her friend, Emily, in the campus café. "Hey, girl, what's up?" Emily asked, noticing Olivia's frazzled expression.

Olivia hesitated, unsure how much to reveal but something about Emily's kind eyes made her open up.

"I met this guy, Damien," she said, her voice barely above a whisper. "And he's been saying some weird stuff like, he knows my secrets."

Emily's eyes widened. "That's creepy! What else did he say?"

Olivia shivered, remembering Damien's intense gaze.

"He said he's not who I think he is and that he can help me uncover the truth about my family's past."

Emily's eyes sparkled with intrigue. "That sounds like a mystery novel! Do you think he's telling the truth?"

Olivia shrugged, her thoughts are in turmoil .

"I don't know what to believe, but I have a feeling my life is about to get a lot more complicated."

Just then, a tall handsome figure appeared in the doorway, his eyes scanning the room until they landed on Olivia.

Her heart skipped a beat as she recognized Damien, his gaze burning with an intensity that made her feel like he could see right through her.

Olivia tried to ignore him, focusing on her conversation with Emily but she could feel Damien's eyes on her, boring into her skin like a physical touch. She shivered, her heart racing with a mix of fear and anticipation.

Emily noticed her reaction and followed her gaze.

"Who's that hottie with a strong jawline? Oh my goodness what a work of art. " she asked, her voice low and curious.

Olivia hesitated, unsure how much to reveal. "Just someone I met on campus," she said finally, trying to sound nonchalant.

Emily's eyes narrowed.

"He's creepy and hot at the same time" she said. "And he's totally staring at you."

Olivia felt a flush rise to her cheeks. "I know," she said.

"Let's just focus on our coffee, okay?"

But as they sipped their lattes, Olivia couldn't shake the feeling that Damien was waiting for her, his eyes never leaving hers. She knew she couldn't avoid him forever. Eventually, she'd have to confront him and demand some answers.

As they finished their drinks and prepared to leave, Olivia felt a tap on her shoulder. She knew who it was before she even turned around.

"Damien," she said, her voice firm but her heart racing.

"Olivia" he replied, his eyes blazed with a fierce intensity that stripped her.

"We need to talk"

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