Rosie's POV

My body stiffened, muscles tensed as I tried to process the familiar scent.

Tilting my head to look at who it was, my eyes narrowed as a mix of shock and annoyance flooded me.

It was Austin, my ex! The very man who rejected me after that night at the motel.

My shoulders squared as I pulled away sharply, facing him. So many memories were finding their way to my head.

Austin's smile, once charming now seems out of place as he took a step back, probably sensing my discomfort.

"Rosie," ...