Chapter 30: A Place to Belong

Ella’s POV

Jasper stood close to the bed, his green eyes burning with hate as he stared down at me. The small candle on the table flickered, making the stone walls of the royal room seem colder and heavier. The air felt thick and heavy between us. My hands clutched the soft blanket, trying to steady myself as my heart pounded. I kept my eyes down, afraid to meet his gaze and see more of that anger.

Noah moved without hesitation. He stepped in front of me, his ...