C201 Why Do I Still Have to Go?

A chill had settled in her heart, but it could be thawed by the warmth of passion.

Clarissa's eyes moved from Hollis's bloodied palm to his face, catching a moment of hesitation. The flicker of warmth she'd felt began to fade once more.

He hesitated... Did he not trust her?

A bitter taste filled Clarissa's mouth as she pressed her lips together.

Amadea, pale as a ghost