CHAPTER SIXTY FOUR – TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE?

"You know, I'll admit - in my younger years, before I had any real accomplishments or sense of purpose to my name, I probably would have reveled in the stereotypical 'arrogant pretty boy' label you're so generously applying." His tone remained light, utterly devoid of malice or insecurity. Kyle bristled, clearly not expecting the direct admission from her intended target. Cameron continued before she could spew more venom. "The truth is, yeah - I did have a pretty solid run of acting like an entitled jackass who treated women as objectives to conquer for bragging rights, not emotional human beings to cherish. I won't deny that." His expression softened slightly as his eyes flicked briefly to Madison before returning to Kyle's stormy features. "But your mom? She showed me what it actually looks like for a brilliant, endlessly impressive woman to fully embrace her self-worth and power. Instead of some brainless, wilting flower seeking validation from the first arrogant meathead who b