Upon hearing these words, she was reminded of some not-so-good memories.
Clearly, Julian Fairchild also remembered.
He held her tightly and said in a low voice, "If I remember correctly, you played me twice."
Maeve Lane blushed even more and retorted, "What do you mean by 'played'? I just... I wasn't sure about my feelings back then, was I?"
"The first time, you kissed and ran; the second time, you slept with me a few times and then ran." Julian bit her lip, "Do you know how much I wanted to catch you and lock you up then?"
Maeve was obviously stunned for a moment; she had not expected Julian Fairchild to have such a possessive side, saying it as if it were true.
"Isn't this my retribution?" the girl's voice followed his.
"What retribution?"
"In this life, I can only be with you." Maeve Lane sighed and said.
Julian Fairchild's mouth twitched slightly, "Why does it sound like you're not entirely willing?"
"You heard it wrong." Maeve remained expressionless.
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