*Daphne*

I nibbled lightly at the food on my plate. Rion had really gone above and beyond to put this dinner together, but I was on guard. The last time he had a conversation with me, he’d sent me away and been so angry.

I didn’t know what to expect.

“Are you… holding up okay?” Rion asked.

I lifted my eyes and met his curious gaze. I couldn’t tell if he was actually concerned or just trying to figure me out. At this point, I ...