Chapter 72
Tangled Lies
(Axel’s POV)
Peyton’s voice was like nails on a chalkboard.
“Come on, Axel,” she said, tugging at my arm. “Smile for once. You look like a storm cloud.”
“I don’t want to be here,” I muttered, adjusting my sunglasses.
We were standing in the middle of a park surrounded by blooming flowers, laughing couples, and families enjoying the sunshine.
“Of course you don’t,” she said, flipping her hair and pulling out her phone. “You never want to be anywhere unless it’s about you.”
I exhaled slowly. “I’m here, aren’t I?”
She ignored me and lifted her phone. “Move closer. People need to believe we actually like each other.”
“Peyton,” I said flatly, “we’ve been through this. No more photos.”
She laughed lightly. “Relax. It’s harmless. Our fans love when we post toge
