Clara Bennett
I turned away from fountain so fast I nearly dropped my phone. Realizing I was just imagining things..
.“How could victor be here?“ I thought. I ran a hand through my hair, feeling instant relief.
My heart jumped into my throat as I saw Ryder walking down the stone path toward the garden fountain, his tall figure cutting through the soft garden lights.
“Clara?” Ryder called out, his voice warm but curious. “Everything okay? You’ve been out here a while.”
I quickly shoved the phone into my clutch, forcing a smile onto my face even though my hands were still trembling. “Yeah, I’m fine. I was just… checking up on my mom. The hospital sent an update and I wanted to make sure she was doing alright tonight.”
Ryder stopped in front of me, his eyes searching my face carefully.
