He glanced at her and said, “I know I don't deserve it. But I'm telling you the truth,” he rested his arm on the table. “I still care about you. I always have,” She shook her head and accused. “You’re just trying to get me to do what you want.”
He heaved a deep sigh and said, “I'm telling you the truth. I want to protect you from Victoria. I want to keep you safe,” She laughed louder and repeated, “You want to keep me safe?”
“You’re the one who's been putting me in danger all along. You're the one who's been lying to me and manipulating me,” His face fell and he looked away. He met her gaze and muttered, “But I'm trying to make it right. I'm trying to protect you right now.”
She shook her head abruptly and stood up angrily. She took a last glance at him and stormed out of the coffee sh
