Elizabeth's POV
I woke up the next day with Daniel’s words still playing on my mind, like a song on repeat. It was a weekend, so I lay on my back, staring at the ceiling with a blank mind. Why didn't I see this coming? Why did I even think he just helped me because he thought Ethan's actions were wrong? Of course, Ethan was wrong, and so was I.
Thinking back, I think I deserved a little lesson—something to keep me away from Sebastian. I thought the recent drama with Ethan and May would keep me away, but they didn't. It didn't change the longing I had for Sebastian.
Daniel was a good person, despite his past association with Ethan. Beneath his tough exterior lay a heart touched by human conscience. It intrigued me that he genuinely seemed to care for me; after all, he had seen my intimat
