Aria's POV
Damon's words echoed through the room. My chest tightened.
He's telling the truth, Lydia whispered.
I forced Lydia back before she could soften any further. The past wasn't something a few heartfelt words could erase.
I took a firm step backward. Then another, putting distance between us.
"Damon." My voice came out calm. "I couldn't care less."
His brows drew together.
"I don't care who you love. I don't care whether it's Claudia or someone else."
His expression stiffened.
I folded my arms over my chest. "Whatever relationship the two of you have is none of my business."
He opened his mouth. "Aria..."
"And I don't want to hear another word about it." I cut him off before he could continue. "So from now on... let's keep things strictly professional."
His eyes never le
