C34 Drunk Words, Hidden Truths

Liora’s POV

Derek scooped Aurora into his arms in one swift motion, gently stroking her hair as her sobs gradually subsided.

“I… I didn’t…” My words faltered.

He didn’t even spare me a glance. His entire focus remained on Aurora as he murmured softly to her, soothing her cries.

Without a word, he carried her out, heading straight for her bedroom.

I stood frozen, watching them disappear