Celeste’s POV. I didn't want to talk to Killian. But seeing him storming towards me like that, my feet moved without hesitation. I knew something was wrong. “Celeste,” he said breathlessly, holding me by the arms. His hands were warm, and his grip was firm but not painful. “Are you okay? Did he touch you?” He asked with widened eyes. His expression mixed with panic and fury. "Did who .......touch me?" I asked in a fearful tone. He stayed quiet, his eyes still fearful and dark. “Killian... I heard something,” I said in a whisper. “I'm sure there was someone strange here, behind the garden wall. I didn't see his face, but he was talking." I paused. "He said......he said he would come after the girl next. That he would hurt... someone you love. I knew it wasn't me, 'cause you don't l

