All Chapters of You're Mine: An Unexpected Love : Chapter 21 - Chapter 30

Alexander’s POVKissing her wasn’t part of my plan.But the moment I leaned in, my lips brushing close to her ear as I whispered, “I’m sorry for the way I talked to you,” something inside me snapped.Control… I lost it completely.I wanted her. Not just close. Not just near. I wanted to taste her.The second my lips touched hers, everything else faded. Her lips were soft… warm… addictive. When I took her lower lip between mine, she tasted like strawberries—sweet.It felt like we were the only two people left in the world.I wanted more. I almost took more.But somehow… I stopped. Not now.I pulled back slightly, forcing myself to breathe. Her eyes were still closed… Damn....I leaned in again, my voice low against her ear. “They’re all watching.”...Her eyes snapped open instantly, and I watched the realization hit her.Her gaze flickered from me to everyone else in the room. She tried to hide it, but the way she giggled softly, embarrassed…It was the cutest thing I had ever seen. A s

Emma’s POVThe moment the car cleared the gates, my jaw dropped.The entrance was breathtaking, lined with a dreamlike tapestry of flowers that blended into each other. Before the car fully stopped, I pushed the door open, stepping into a world that felt entirely disconnected from the city outside.“Emma, be careful,” Alex called, but I barely heard him.The scent was intoxicating soft, rich, overwhelming. I took it all in, mesmerized. Every inch of the pathway was elegantly decorated. How did he do all this?“Do you like it?”I turned to see Alex walking up behind me, his eyes searching mine.“I love it, Alex,” I said, the excitement radiating through my voice.“Welcome to my penthouse,” he murmured.I turned back to the building. It wasn’t as vast as his family house, but it was stunning. Elegant. Floor-to-ceiling glass walls reflected the city lights, giving the place a quiet, luxurious glow.“It’s beautiful,” I breathed. Inside, the atmosphere changed. private, calm, serene. Mini

Lila's POVI took a deep breath, trying to calm myself down before turning to him with a fake smile. Though honestly, it was impossible for the smile to stay fake because of how good Ethan looked at that moment.Shirtless. Sleepy. Breathtaking.For a second, my mind completely blanked.Pull yourself together, Lila.“I’m going home, Ethan,” I said finally.“Just like that?” he asked as he walked closer toward me. “You didn’t even let me wake up.” He stopped in front of me, close enough to make my heart skip, but not close enough to touch me.“I didn’t want to disturb your sleep,” I replied. “And it won’t be hard for me to find my way out.”“That’s not the problem,” he said softly. “Wait here. Let me grab something to wear. I’ll take you home.”“Ethan, no need for that,” I stopped him immediately. “I already ordered a ride.”“Oh.”Silence fell between us. He scratched his hair lightly, suddenly looking nervous.“Umm... Lila,” he started slowly, taking another step closer. “About yesterd

Emma’s POVThe moment my eyes landed on him, my whole body went cold.For a second, I forgot how to breathe.I stood there staring at his face, and that fear I thought I had buried these past two years came rushing back all over again. Like it had only been sleeping inside me, waiting for the right moment to return.I wanted to ask him what he wanted from me. Why he was here. Why he still wouldn’t leave me alone. But at the same time, I didn’t even want to hear his voice.And somehow, that silence between us felt worse.He just stood there watching me while panic slowly crawled through my chest.No. I refused to let him see me break.I turned quickly and started packing my makeup into my bag with shaky hands, trying to pretend I was okay when I clearly wasn’t. My fingers trembled so badly I almost dropped my lipstick.I forced myself to breathe and walked toward the door where he was standing.“Move,” I said coldly.He didn’t move. Not even a little. Then finally he spoke. “I’m sorr

Emma’s POVHow was Maxwell Alex’s cousin. How?My hands were shaking terribly. I quickly held them together, trying to stop the trembling, but it wasn’t helping. My mind kept replaying that single word over and over again. Cousin. Had I actually heard that right? Was there any way I had gotten it wrong?The door opened and Lila stepped in. She took one look at me and her face filled with worry. She didn't say anything at first, she just pulled me in and held me."Did you know?" she asked quietly, her chin resting on top of my head. "Did you know Maxwell and Alexander were cousins?"I pulled away from the hug instantly. So I hadn't misheard. It was real. Maxwell actually knew Alex.I finally looked her in the eyes. "I had no idea, Lila. I swear I had no idea."She exhaled slowly and I could feel the frustration rising in her before she even spoke."Emma, you're getting me upset.""Why?" I asked, genuinely lost."I fucking told you." Her voice jumped, sharp and shaking with an anger she