CHAPTER 13

  Aubrey's POV

  I smiled to myself as I heard Dario's voice on the other end of the line. I had been expecting him to call, and I was ready to play my cards.

  I ignored his calls countless times, intentionally to provoke him.

  I recalled how he provoked me and ignored me multiple times for three years.

  Tears welled up in my eyes as I dialed my old line. But I didn't expect him to pick.

  "Let's make a deal," I said, trying to sound as nonchalant as possible.

  "What kind of deal?" Dario asked, his voice laced with curiosity.

  "I'll give you a chance to redeem yourself," I said, pausing for dramatic effect. "But you have to do exactly as I say."

  Dario snorted. "You think I'm just going to roll over and do your bidding? You must think I'm a foolish man. I'm Dario Fowler.