Elise's pov

Sebastian carried me out of the building like I weighed nothing. My face was nestled in this chest, eyes closed to escape the reality around me.

The steady rhythm of his heart in my ears brought me comfort as well as his unique scent. I felt safe.

Soon the cold night air bit into my skin as we stepped out, leaving the whispers behind. I heard the sound of a car being unlocked, despite being in his arms he still effortlessly opened the passenger door and set me up the ...