Chapter 225

Damian's expression darkened further as Zelda's words sank in. His chest felt unbearably heavy. His voice dropped to a strained whisper as he asked, "Did I ever do something to hurt you?" Zelda replied firmly, "No, this is just who I am. Don't forget—we're in a marriage of convenience. If Faye hadn't taken Virgil, I'd be married to him now. We've been together for so long, so you should've been able to tell that I've always cared for him. Why is it strange that I'm with him now?" Her words ignited Damian's anger completely. "Zelda, how have I not been good to you?" he demanded, gripping her wrist. "You've been very kind, but aren't we just using each other? I helped you treat your grandmother, and you helped me escape the Cantrells. Now that it's over, why keep pretending?" Zelda met his gaze steadily. She watched as Damian's expression grew stormy. Finally, he got out of the car and pulled her to their room, his anger palpable with every step. Fortunately, it was already very lat