Chapter 27

I looked up in surprise, only to meet his cold gaze. My heart tightened as I cautiously asked, "W-what now?" Zane narrowed his eyes and leaned closer to me. "I get the feeling you're pretty interested in that 'dance competition'. You didn't sign up for it, did you?" "N-no, no..." I shook my head quickly. "Good." Zane scoffed. "That's not something you can participate in." I was perplexed. It was just a dance competition. Why couldn't I participate? Nevertheless, I didn't dare question him at the moment. After warning me, Zane took a call. It seemed to be from Callie. His tone immediately softened as he walked over to the window. I glanced at him, unable to keep the bitterness from rising inside me. He had never spoken to me in that gentle voice. Not once. Not wanting to hear him sweet-talking Callie, I quietly made my way to the bathroom. From inside, I could faintly hear Zane mention that he was heading to Ashbourne for a business trip the next day. That meant he wouldn't be a