Chapter 66

Amelia’s POV Back then, if Damian had just been a little braver… Maybe I wouldn’t have thrown myself completely into Everett. In the end, Everett never really cared about me. Honestly, if it hadn’t been for Maria, he probably wouldn’t have even spared me a glance. Now I’ve got nothing left… except Damian — the one person still willing to stand by me. “Damian, it hurts! I’m really tired!” I choked out, tears spilling from my eyes. Seeing me like this, he quickly grabbed some tissues and leaned down to gently wipe my cheeks. “Amelia, don’t be scared. No matter what happens, I’ll always be here for you.” I suddenly grabbed his hand, looking up at him miserably. “I’ve lost everything. Everett’s ruining me just to protect Scarlett. I really have nothing left.” He looked at me for a long moment… before finally seeming to reach a decision. “You still have me.” I stopped sobbing and stared at him. “You’re not just saying that?” His gaze didn’t waver. “I honestly thought stepping aside would ma