POV Ophelia
I felt the bile in my throat as he stared at me with a hunger I've never seen before. Even his brothers aren't so open about their feelings for me. “N-no. Y-you said you didn't w-want me.” I heaved, finally finding my words again.
At that, Brenden blinked once, twice…three times before he shook his head. The action made him wince. It was then that I noticed he was covered in injuries. His eyes trailed mine and he cleared his throat. “It’s…not as bad as it looks.” He whispered.
“Yeah, it should be worse! How dare you claim her after you publicly humiliated her countless times?!” Jackson shouted. “Mom, I get it. I understand that you want to be there for your pup or whatever, but this guy is beyond saving.”
“He is your brother, Jackson! You are a set, and you always will b
