EMMALINE’s POV
I tried to stand and Aiden’s arms wrapped around me almost immediately.
I froze, my eyes tracing his hands. He retracted him, stepping back.
I bit inside my cheek, tears rolling down my cheek as I spoke. “Say something Fer.”
Please, defend yourself.
Fer stared at me for a few seconds, the silence stretching until the room erupted into chaos.
It took me a moment to realize Fer snatched Aiden’s gun and was pointing it at his own head.
“Fer!” I cried, but he shook his head.
“No!” He snapped, “This is what I deserve.” he broke down, his knees hitting the ground.
“I promised to protect you and…” He trailed off, his shoulder shaking. “I failed you!”
My eyes widened in horror as he took off the safety on the gun.
“Please, put the gun down, Fer.” My heart raced,
