C21 No Room For Feeling

Liora’s POV

“If you really want to find out… then ask…”

“Derek yourself,” I finished flatly, cutting her off.

I forced another bite of food down, though my appetite was long gone. Then I stood, pressing a quick kiss to Mum’s cheek.

“Goodnight, Mum.”

Without waiting for a response, I walked out.

I entered my room as I dropped onto the bed like my bones had given up holding me together