Chapter 16
Dmitri
By the time I returned to Liora's room, she was already calm and collected though her body was shivering uncontrollably and that caused fresh waves of anger to surge through me.
I felt like intensifying Ariel's punishment but then, she was my wife and there was a limit to everything. Maybe she'd learn to mind her business after this.
My heart ached at the pitiable sight of my daughter and I sank onto the bed beside her, taking off my mask.
"It's fine, baby. No one will hurt you anymore. I'm here for you," I cupped her cheeks and pulled her close to me. She snuggled me and gradually the shivering ceased. "I'll protect you, my princess, and ensure that you are safe from harm," I assured her in a gruff voice.
I waited patiently for her response, even if it was just a
