Alexander's POV

　　I didn't mean to get involved in Nina's life, but things changed on her birthday. That's when Leo tried to win her back, and I saw the pain in her eyes when she said no. I don't care about Leo's hurt feelings, but I hate the idea of someone like him thinking they can just use her. Nina deserves better than that.

　　What really got to me was this increasing urge to be the one person she could count on. Not just to protect her from guys like Leo, but ...