Kimi spun around instantly. Her breath caught when she found herself mere inches from Kolton's face.
Time seemed to freeze. Neither of them had anticipated this sudden closeness.
Electric tension sparked between them as their eyes locked. Her pulse hammered against her ribs.
His expression was pure ice and fire combined. Those piercing eyes cut through her like blades.
Every line of his body radiated controlled violence, as if he might snap at any moment.
Being this close to him felt like standing in the eye of a hurricane.
A shiver ran down her spine. She felt exposed, vulnerable under his intense stare.
"You?" The word escaped her lips as she stumbled backward.
Kolton's gaze tracked her retreat, his expression growing darker.
His jaw worked as he continued to glare at her with undisguised hostility.
Kimi had no idea why he had been standing behind her. She looked away from his burning stare.
"What are you doing here?"
"Did you forget who owns this place?"
