Chapter 91
He looked like he wanted to say something–maybe defend himself–but nothing came out,
Anastasia turned and walked away without looking back, leaving Jasper standing there with his thoughts churning.
She was done with this bullshit. Their relationship was ancient history, and she had a new life to
focus on.
“Anastasia…” he murmured to himself, his voice barely audible, tinged with regret he was finally allowing himself to feel.
Outside the café, Anastasia took a deep breath of fresh air.
Seeing Jasper again, she realized she felt… nothing. No anger, no hurt, no lingering attachment. Just indifference.
Her phone buzzed with an incoming call. When she saw Cassian’s name on the screen, her face lit up automatically.
“Hey, babe,” she answered, warmth flooding her voice.
Ever since they’d become intimate, Cassian had started asking her to use more affectionate terms when they talked. It had felt awkward at first, but now it came naturally.
His deep, rich voice came through the phone. “Have you eate
lunch yet?”
you with
Anastasia smiled. “Yeah, just finished. What about you?”
“I’m at a business lunch. Just stepped out for some air,” Cassian said with a chuckle.
“Make sure you actually eat something and go easy on the drinks,” Anastasia reminded him.
“Yes, ma’am,” Cassian replied with obvious affection in his voice.
The warmth in his tone made her heart skip.
“Finish up and come home. I’ll be waiting,” Anastasia said softly, anticipation clear in her voice.
“Will do,” Cassian promised. “Tell Maria what you want for dinner, and I’ll be there as soon as I can wrap this up.”
Anastasia thought for a moment. “Sounds good.”
Cassian’s low laugh sent a shiver through her. “Being so agreeable? I might have to reward you for that tonight.”
Anastasia’s cheeks flushed as she caught his meaning. “Stop being a tease and get back to your meeting before they think you’ve disappeared.”
“Fine, you win. See you tonight,” Cassian said, his voice still playful but tender.
After hanging up, Anastasia felt her mood lift completely. She looked up at the blue sky, feeling the warm sun on her face. Even the air seemed sweeter somehow.
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