As surprising and heart-warming as it was to see Nicole finally venture out of her shell while helping Garrett get over his grief, Liam was displeased.

He unsuccessfully tried to push away the feelings of jealousy and anger that he felt every time he saw Nicole with Garrett. He had no right to feel that way, especially after trying hard to get rid of his bond with Nicole, but he couldn't help it. Seeing them together made his chest tighten and his heartache.

Worsening his situation was that he ...