Bella
The Commander has not released my hand and it's starting to feel awkward especially when the woman beside him was looking between him and me in confusion. This is rapidly turning into a hostile situation when I feel the tension in the atmosphere. I tugged my hand again, wishing to break the tension before the woman misunderstands. I do not need another Elaine situation.
"Bella, not everyone shares your fondness for fights. Why don't you just arrange for a nice dinner for the Commander instead?" Laxton's voice rang out suddenly and the Commander's eyes narrowed towards him.
The Commander pushed the woman's hand away from his arm and pulled my hand to wrap my arm around his. I was suddenly jerked towards him in that action and smelled that foul smell on him again. I turned my head w
