Zerina’s point of view

His expression as always was unreadable.

I couldn't stop speaking. The tremor in my voice betrayed me, but I didn't care. Without waiting for him to reply, I continued, "What happened tonight... I wouldn't lie.. it shattered me. It rocked my whole world and I never want to feel that way again. But you... " My throat closed for a second, "you came. And somehow, that's enough for me to keep trying. To keep.. chasing whatever fragile hope I have left."

Lysander ...