Chapter 55

• “Yes... I... I’m okay,” Luisa stammered, which made Alden finally realize the strangeness of his behavior.
• He instantly let go of her face, took a few steps back, and cleared his throat. “I’m sorry. I know you don’t want me getting close to you. I shouldn’t have touched you like that.”
• An awkward silence ensued as they both stared down at the ground before Luisa mustered the courage to speak. “I... Thank you. For saving me from Victor.”