Chapter 49
Mia had to admit that she’d done it on purpose. She held her trophy tightly when she noticed that Timothy’s back was to her. It seemed he hadn’t turned to look at her, nor was he bothered by her earlier actions.
Mia retracted her gaze and caught Maya approaching them. She didn’t seem to be looking at Mia, though. Her gaze was fixed on Liam. Did they know each other?
Maya greeted Liam with a smile. “I didn’t expect to run into you here.”
Liam sounded cool and distant. “The world can be a small place.”
Maya wanted to say something else, but Liam didn’t give her the chance to.” Let’s go, Mia.”
Mia didn’t think there was any need for her to remain there. It would be good to head home earlier. She wasn’t too used to wearing heels and almost twisted her ankle as she walked. Liam held her up by the arm. “Slow down.‘
him; it made her feel more secure. She didn’t want to embarrass herself by slipping and falling.
Lane, are you and Zoe currently dating? How long have you
did Zoe drop out of the competition three years ago for your sake?”
still be around. She’d never experienced
He’d come alone tonight without his bodyguards or manager. He could only
this moment,
first
underhanded tricks.”
She hurriedly tried to salvage the situation. “This really was an accident, Tim. I didn’t expect there to be a
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