Chapter 158 A Witch's Trick

• Dominic’s eyes locked onto my face, the color drained from my cheeks, and my expression was hollow. I couldn’t even summon a forced smile if I tried. His brows furrowed, concern etching lines across his features as he stepped closer.
• "Tell me everything," he urged, his voice low but firm. Without waiting for an answer, he guided me to the bed, his hands steadying me as I sat. His grip was warm and grounding as he clasped my trembling hands in his.
• I took a shuddering breath, my voice barely above a whisper as I raised my head to meet his searching gaze. "I don’t want to stay with Victoria anymore," I blurted, the frustration and hurt spilling out, lacing every word.