I couldn't be certain whether Dorian genuinely intended to kill Alex or if it was all an act, but the mere suspicion was enough to shatter my trust in him completely. He had asked for my trust, promising to save Alex, and if his idea of a rescue involved shooting him, then the entire plan, including the supposed fake attack on the factory, raised suspicions. Finally, releasing the breath I hadn't realized I was holding, I noticed that Dorian had momentarily shifted his attention elsewhere under Eric's guidance. Although I wished to believe that Dorian was merely putting on a show for Eric, the unmistakable hatred in his tone had sent a shiver down my spine when he pointed his gun to Alex. Turning my gaze back to Alex, our eyes met. He looked horrendous; it was evident that Eric had su

