Kaira's POV

"What's all this about, Oliver? Why... tell me I heard it wrong," I whispered, my voice was weak, surprise trembling through every word.

"Kaira, I... I... please, let me explain. It's not what you think." His shoulders sagged as he stepped closer, his eyes darting between mine and the floor.

And his hand lifted toward my shoulder, but it trembled midair. His voice caught, thick with regret, like a man choking on the weight of his own lies.

Jennifer’s brows pulled together, ...