Chapter 261

It was as if Dominic knew what she was thinking and turned to look at Vespera too. Their eyes met, and it felt like a wave of electricity shot through her. It made her numb, and she forgot to avert her gaze. He chuckled, as if he knew what was going on in her mind. He reached out and lightly patted the top of her head, like he was comforting a lost child gripped by fear. They exchanged no words, but warmth filled her chest, wrapping her in safety. His touch felt like the comfort of a cabin in the heart of winter—something out of a fairytale, though she'd never believed in them. Soon, she snapped out of it and turned to Brianna. When Brianna looked at Vespera and Dominic, something came to mind. Pain flickered across her face, but she quickly came to terms with it. "A boy protecting the girl he liked was only natural, and I know Quentin never regretted what he did…" Everyone fell silent. It was a hard topic to tread. Whether or not he regretted it, no one could give her an answer.