“I…” Daxton looked into Vanessa’s eyes, momentarily at a loss for words.

Taking a moment to compose himself, Daxton sat down beside Vanessa, taking her hand in his. “Vanessa, you know I’ve always liked you…”

The sudden touch and inexplicable words made Vanessa furrow her brows in confusion.

She forcefully pulled her hand away from Daxton and interrupted him, her voice firm. “You brought me here just to say this? In this way? Daxton, do you realize this is kidnapping? Let me ...