Caleb’s P.O.V

I step in front of Aurora without thinking, my body moving on instinct to shield her from the view as I fix my gaze on the man standing before us. My chest tightens as I lock eyes with Shane, his presence stirring a whirlwind of emotions inside me. His expression flickers with something unreadable—surprise, amusement, maybe even irritation. But I don’t waver. My voice comes out firm, steady.

“What are you doing here?” 

Shane exhales sharply, a smirk ...