Aria's POV

Knox paused for a moment, then he ran a hand through his hair as he released a sigh. “I didn’t think it mattered.” He said quietly, staring at the floor.

I lifted an eyebrow in disbelief at him. “You didn’t think it mattered?” I asked incredulously, “You almost marked her, Knox!”

Knox nodded slowly, lifting his eyes to meet mine. “Yes, I almost did. And it wasn’t because I had any feelings for her. Even when we were... a thing. I only cared ...