Chapter 3
I paused for a moment as I processed his words, then I picked up another blouse and folded it.l
“Ana needs support Silas added. “And it’s better for her baby if she’s somewhere stable. You know how hard it’s been for her I scoffed quietly at his words.
Silas stopped talking
“Willow” His tone shifted slightly. He was getting annoyed. “Are you even listening to me?”
I turned around, slowly, and met his eyes.
“I’m listening. Silas. I said, my voice flat and even. “Do whatever you
you want. It’s your house, after all.“%
Silas gaped for a moment, then his face darkened slightly.
“I don’t like your tone, Willow” He growled.
I lifted an eyebrow at him. “What tone?” I asked, feigning oblivion.
“You know what I’m talking about. I’m trying to be civil, and you’re making this harder than it needs to be,” Silas snapped..!
I folded a blouse gently and placed it carefully into the suitcase before turning to him. My expression was calm, and blank
“She needs support” he continued. “She’s pregnant and alone. I’m just trying to help.””
“Why Silas?” I asked quietly. “Is she pregnant with your child?”
Silas froze.
His jaw clenched, but no words came out at first. His mouth opened, then closed again.
He looked at Anastasia briefly, then back at me. “She’s my cousin, Willow! Does it have to be my child before I help her?” he asked finally. his voice instantly becoming defensive, like I had accused him of a crime.!
I gave him a bitter smile. “No, but it would explain a lot,“2
Silas’s eyes darkened. “Why are you so heartless, Willow?” he snapped. “I have told you several times that there’s nothing between us. Ana is just my cousin, and she has no one but me!“&
I turned away, calmly folding the last of my clothes into the suitcase. “You don’t need to explain anything to me, Silas,” I said softly. “It’s your house. You can do what you want“)
Silas paused, breathing heavily.
“Silas “Anastasia stepped forward, her voice was soft with fake concern. “Maybe I should go. I don’t want to cause any more tension. h’s clear I’m not welcome here. And besides. She glanced at Silas. “She’s your mate, and Luna.“}
Silas’s arm instinctively reached out to her. “You’re not going anywhere,” he said firmly. “This is my house, you’re family. I don’t give a damn if she’s my Luna. If there’s anyone who shouldn’t be here, it’s her.”
I couldn’t help it, I flinched at his words, but I quickly composed myself. They weren’t going to see me cry.”
Then, as if nothing had happened, Silas turned to me, frowning. “Where’s dinner?”
I blinked. “Dinner?“L
“Yes,” he said slowly, “Grilled lamb, mashed potatoes, and rosemary sauce: told you before I left,”
“Oh, Silas,” Anastasia gasped in delight, “That’s my favourite meal! You remembered Y
My chest tightened, and my eyes watered slightly.
Silas’s face melted into a wide smile. “Yes, yes I did. How can I forget?”
Then he turned to me. “So? Where is it?”.
“Oh.” I said blankly. “No. I didn’t make it.”.
His eyes flashed with imitation, and he scowled “Why not?“!
“I was a little busy today.” I said flatly. “Maybe Anastasia can cook something instead. Since she’ll be living here and all.”!! Anastasia stiffened slightly, and her smug smile disappeared
Silas’s face turned red, and his eyes blazed with rage.
“You ungrateful, bitter little “he spat. “Is this how pitiful you are? You cannot do the one thing you are good for
I clenched my jaw and my fists, but I didn’t let myself react
They weren’t worth my pain anymore!
Suas looked at Anastasia, then he sneered at me “Forget it. Ana, let’s go eat out. I’m not staying here while she’s like this. She can figure herself out”
Anastasia nodded sweetly, slipping her hand into his “Maybe it’s best to give her some space.”
The door slammed behind them.
I stood there, staring at nothing as tears slowly ran down my face. It was only a matter of time I was leaving soon, then all these would
end
I woke up late in the night to get some water I glanced at the time I was 12 43 AM
6:41 AM
다.
As I walked towards the kitchen, I could hear sounds coming from the guest room. The one Silas said Anastasia would stay in temporarily,
| froze.
I knew what those sounds were. I didn’t want to go near to confirm what I already knew deep down, but I did, because a part of me needed to see it, so that I could burn all shreds of hope into ashes.
I walked slowly and quietly towards the guest room. The door wasn’t fully shut.
I peeked through the narrow opening, and instantly regretted it.
Silas was on top of Anastasia.
