Chapter 72
Matilda Vaughn POV
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“Now tell me what you want”
I suck in a breath as my hold on his wrist loosened, the way he demanded his answer…
He used the second of my weakness to give a harsh squeeze on my thigh, that sent chills to my bones…
It was like he didn't intend to, there was this sudden easiness in him
Which was rare to see.
Because it was always the hate that clouded my eyes, but tonight I didn't want to hate him anymore.
Instead, I wanted him to be my dream for once
A dream of solace.
And I was wrong, he never took advantage of my tears or manipulated me…
Instead, it was the opposite, when I felt the least, he was there holding me.
I called it his manipulation, but the truth was in front of me
His eyes bright
“I'm having a lot of nightmares.
It's each t
