Annabel's POV

Leaving her breathless, he said, "I came for you, not her."

I stiffened upon hearing that.

Michelle was surprised, "For me??" She questioned, finding it hard to believe. Her gaze fell on me and then back at Scott who wouldn't bat an eyelid towards me.

"Do.. do you mean that? Or is this a set up? You both are trying to deceive me, aren't you?"

"No-" I began but stopped when Scott reached out and held Michelle by the waist.

"This is no deceit, Mich." he said, "I'm willing to give us a chance. I have learned the hard way."

Michelle looked into his eyes, hoping he was...