VERA'S POV
I was still here, just in case you were wondering. And yes, I hadn't said a word.
Draven’s revelation stayed in my mind as I tried to process the unexpected shift in his demeanor. His arrogance was still present, of course, why wouldn't it be? It seemed like it was hardwired into his DNA so I highly doubt there was anything in this world that could make it go away. But there was something else beneath it now. Vulnerability? Humanity? Whatever it was, it threw me off balance. I hadn't expected it at all, not this version of him.
“Spend your birthday with you?” I asked finally after a few more minutes of silence, raising a brow at him in mock skepticism. “Now, what makes you think I’ll agree to that, Draven?”
Draven smirked, his hands still wrapped firmly around my waist. “Be
