Chapter 139

Scarlett’s POV I froze at his words. Everett wiped the tears from the corners of my eyes. “I’m sorry it took me until today to recognize you.” “You…” My damp lashes fluttered as my rationality slowly returned. Only then did I realize how close I was to Everett. I hastily withdrew my hand, my gaze drifting away, unable to meet his eyes. “I’m sorry… I lost control of my emotions just now.” Just moments ago, when he yanked the quilt away, his familiar, handsome face had been inches from mine. That distance, that view—it was exactly the same as when he’d rushed into the burning building and lifted me off the ground. Fragments of memory churned and rolled in my mind, and my eyes stung with tears. So I lost control and grabbed his collar, losing control of my emotions. Everett gently ruffled my hair, then sat up straight, creating space between us to give me time to adjust. Several minutes passed in silence. He asked softly, “Are you feeling any better now?” I sniffed back a sob. “Much bette