Love and Devotion No Longer His to Claim (Angela and Dexter) novel Chapter 405

Dexter hastily grabbed Angela's wrist. The once arrogant, self-important man who'd never cared for anyone his entire life was now showing rare humility. "Alright, alright. You're the boss, okay?"

At the moment, he was a man with a touch of arrogance, a hint of resignation, and an awkward charm.

Angela's heartbeat showed no signs of slowing down, and a hint of joy crept out from the bottom of her heart.

Damn it. Had she really fallen for him?

"Just get lost for now!" As soon as the words left her mouth, she froze, feeling instantly awkward.

She had meant to tell him to step aside.

Dexter looked stunned, a hint of hurt crossing his gaze. He had no choice but to step back resignedly, but his gaze never left her as he watched every flicker of emotion in her expression.

Angela instinctively turned away, avoiding his piercing stare. Her mind was a mess—she felt trapped in a giant net and felt at a loss.

Just then, she caught sight of Mia heading back in without that scumbag Zayn with her.

Feeling a rush of relief, Angela wasted no time slipping away while Dexter was distracted. "We'll talk about it another time!"

She moved faster than she ever had in her life.

Dexter's eyes darkened with disappointment as he watched her flee. Maybe it was time for him to talk to Zayn again.

The two defeated men could drown their sorrows together. Even if they couldn't solve each other's problems, at least they could keep each other company.

"You two were in an argument on the balcony just now, right? Mind telling me what that was about?" Mia asked as soon as she and Angela entered the study.

Mia said sincerely, "I think you're acting like an ostrich right now. You're clearly aware of your feelings, but you're too scared to take that step forward. You're still afraid of getting hurt and being let down."

Angela's face stiffened. Mia had hit the nail on the head.

Her feelings for Dexter—no matter how much she refused to admit them—could no longer be ignored.

"You're a tough person. What are you afraid of?" Mia asked, puzzled. "I've heard people say you used to be timid, but since I met you, you've never once shown any sign of weakness.

"You're tougher and fiercer than most people I know. Others can only look up to you and admire you. And as for Dexter, his love for you is real. So, what exactly are you worried about?"

Angela gradually calmed down. The frustration in her chest dissipated, replaced by a surge of newfound determination.