EMILY'S POV
Liam's eyes darted around the space, his gaze lingering on every corner as if expecting someone to emerge from the shadows before finally settling on me to ask, "Did Ava speak harshly to you?"
"No," I replied, my voice firm so he couldn't see right through me, but unfortunately he did because I met a skeptical look on his face.
"Emily," he called, his voice gentle as always, "Are you hiding anything from me?" he added. His eyes locked on mine with an intense gaze.
"I'm not." I needed to be out of her. My body was here, but my mind and soul were with someone who cared least about me.
I realized at that moment I was in love with Ethan. I had always known that, but what I just discovered was the connection between me and Liam-Lust.