Chapter 127

Nicolas' POV

3 weeks ago

The liquor burned as it was going down my throat, but it wasn't enough. Not nearly enough. I tipped the glass back again, desperate to drown the knot twisting in my chest.

Every thought came back to the one woman I never thought I'd allow to keep me in this situation.

His words cut deeper than any blade. I grabbed the bottle and stormed away, his mocking eyes chasing me out.

By the time I stumbled down the hall, the world was spinning.

I hated Mirage ...