Chapter 22

• Maya's heart raced as Romeo moved closer, her back pressed against the cool surface of the wall. She felt a surge of panic rise within her, her instincts screaming at her to flee from the dangerous predator standing before her.
• But as she looked up into Romeo's eyes, she found herself transfixed by the intensity of his gaze. There was something undeniably captivating about him, something that drew her in despite her better judgment.
• Romeo towered over her, his presence commanding and powerful as he loomed above her. His eyes bore into hers, dark and piercing, as he spoke in a voice that sent shivers down her spine.