Aria’s POV

I closed the door, my mind racing with several thoughts as I made my way to the chair beside his bed.

“So, what is it, buddy?” I asked, placing my hand gently on his.

Cole gave me a look, with a serious expression on his face. “I know what you did,” he said quietly.

His words were unexpected, and my heart pounded as worry settled within me. What was he talking about?

I furrowed my brows. “Cole? What are you talking about?” I asked. I ...