![]() “But I do wonder if now is the right time. “No.” He doesn’t hesitate, and I take some comfort in the speed and certainty of his response. “You think coming here is a mistake.” I snap the words at him, but it’s not Damien I’m irritated with, it’s me. I’ve fought so hard to be strong, and with Damien at my side, I’ve succeeded.īut here I am, all my hard work shot to hell simply because I’ve returned to my hometown. In this moment, I’m as fragile as I’ve ever been, and that’s not a pleasant realization. ![]() Treating me like I’m something fragile and breakable.Īn unexpected shock of anger cuts through me. Not about me.Īnd yet right now he’s hesitating. I see the tension on his face, as if he’s uncertain what to say or how to say it-but Damien Stark is never unsure. I wait, expecting him to continue, but he’s gone silent. ![]() “I do.” My words sound ragged, my throat too clogged with unshed tears to speak normally. “Oh, baby.” The concern in his voice is so thick I can almost grab hold of it. With a small shiver, I pull my hand free so that I can hug myself. ![]()
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