Bailey POV
"Besides, I want to show you off. Let everyone see that you're mine again."
Mine again, like I am a f*****g possession he reclaimed.
"I need to shower first," I say, desperate for any excuse to be alone again.
"Of course," Nolan says, his hand coming up to cup my cheek. "Take your time. I want you to look beautiful for our first public appearance as a couple." He informs me.
His thumb strokes my cheekbone, and I have to use every ounce of willpower not to flinch away.
"Nolan," I say quietly. "When are you going to handle Orion's case? You promised…"
"Since I promised, I will handle it." he interrupts me impatiently.
"Tese things take time, Bailey. I need to make some calls and pull some strings. It can't happen overnight." He answers.
Make calls and pull strings my ass.
