Chapter 95

Silas thought Bethany had been out having fun all this time. So, his tone carried an edge of irritation. Still, she was too exhausted to explain herself. "Yeah, I'm home a little late today. Didn't I tell you not to wait for me?" Bethany's tone was laced with a sliver of impatience, which in turn added to Silas' irritation. Ever since she'd tended to his wound, they got a little closer. But now, coldness and distance crept back in between them. He grabbed her wrist. "What's the matter? Did anyone pick on you?" Bethany fought back the sting in her nose. All she felt was exhaustion now. "I'm sorry. I wasn't in a good headspace today. That was uncalled for." Silas nodded. "Yeah. You were a little impatient a second ago, but it's okay. I forgive you." The irritation that had been bugging her was immediately subdued by his teasing, gentle voice. A man like Silas definitely would never waste his energy on internal struggles. "How about some support? I cook a mean pasta," Silas sai