As Derek stood beside Daphne, his heart thumped with guilt. He was torn, and uncertain of how to defend himself or what next to do, what if Ashina was truly pregnant?
Why did she show up now that he was sure he wanted to be with Daphne? As his gaze locked on Daphne's body lying peacefully on the bed, her beauty did nothing but added to the turmoil he felt within him.
He secretly prayed to the moon goddess that Daphne would understand his actions, that he didn't mean to hurt her feelings.
After what felt like forever, Nora stirred and opened her eyes. Her gaze fell on Derek who had dozed off just beside her, his chest rising and falling with each beat of his heart. How long had she slept? And How long had Derek been beside her? She wondered.
Her mind reeled with millions of questions,
