Chapter 157

Tristan was more than satisfied with Cassandra's answer. It was obvious that Aidan no longer posed any threat. Tristan had been a little uneasy at first. After all, the two had years of history between them. Regardless, Tristan had been prepared to fight to the end if necessary. However, he liked the unexpected reassurance now. "Don't waste another thought on that person since he's someone unimportant. We have more important things to do right now." With that, he scooped her into his arms. Cassandra startled and instinctively wrapped her arms around his neck. He carried her in his arms and strode toward the bed as he smiled. His fingertips brushed lightly over her slender waist, sending a subtle shiver down her spine. The room soon began to grow noticeably warmer. … Meanwhile, Aidan's frustration only grew worse after Cassandra abruptly hung up on him. Damn it. She didn't even want to answer his calls anymore. Had she really stopped feeling anything for him? The thought hi