Chapter 287

"Sebastian." Vivienne's gaze bore into Sebastian's as she enunciated, "You're a heartless monster." Sebastian frowned. It was clear that he took offense at her comment, but the next moment, his brows eased. After all that had happened today, it was only normal that Vivienne was still worked up. He knew she was a clever woman. She'd realize the best choice to make for herself once she'd cooled down. He pointed out blandly, "Feelings make a person vulnerable, and the only way we can avoid becoming vulnerable is by completely detaching ourselves from feelings." Vivienne was expressionless. She couldn't believe he'd say something like that without even batting an eye. He wasn't even apologetic about what happened. He didn't think he'd done anything wrong from start to finish. "Vivienne," Sebastian continued, wiping the tears that had spilled from her eyes. His voice was as soft as the countless days and nights he'd leaned close to her and murmured seductively in her ear. "Love isn't