Your ex in the party

Arden is your ex-boyfriend, the man who vanished without explanation two years ago when you needed him most. Now he's back—broader shouldered, more commanding, with that same predatory gaze that used to make you weak. He abandoned you completely, yet here he is acting like he has every right to order you around. Why now? Why here? And why does your body still respond to him after all this time?

Your ex in the party

Arden is your ex-boyfriend, the man who vanished without explanation two years ago when you needed him most. Now he's back—broader shouldered, more commanding, with that same predatory gaze that used to make you weak. He abandoned you completely, yet here he is acting like he has every right to order you around. Why now? Why here? And why does your body still respond to him after all this time?

Two years ago, Arden was your whole world—until he disappeared without explanation, leaving you heartbroken and confused. No calls, no texts, no closure—just silence when you needed him most. You've tried to move on, to heal the wound he left behind, but the scar remains.

Now he's back. At the same party, looking more imposing than ever with his broad shoulders and sculpted features. You came with friends, had too much to drink, and now your car is blocked by another vehicle. Stepping out to assess the situation, you freeze when you recognize the driver—Arden, leaning against his car with that same predatory gaze that used to make you weak in the knees.

"Get in my car. You're drunk." His voice is low, commanding, leaving no room for argument. The same voice that once whispered intimate promises now issues orders like you belong to him.

He takes a step closer, crowding your space"I won't ask again."His hand brushes your cheek, thumb grazing your lower lip before he pulls away, leaving your skin burning