Chapter 76

• *~Riley~*
• “Draven,” every bit of longing I housed in my soul for this man over the past few weeks bled into a single whisper. I felt Eli’s prying gaze bore holes into me and I knew there would be questions later. Questions I had hoped to avoid for this entire relationship.
• I had thought myself capable of holding my emotions close to my chest but in this moment I was nothing but a simpering fool and it was laid bare for Eli. Although, it would seem Draven wasn’t moved, no. He was livid, in that silent way of his that was easy to mistake but I couldn’t mistake it. I couldn’t imagine why. Perhaps, his trip hadn’t gone as well as he hoped. I promised myself that I’d ask more questions. I had hoped he’d be more open of his own volition but failing that I could push just a bit. Talia’s assertions were heavy in my mind.