Chapter 136 A Swollen Face

Though Curtis was aware that Sabrina's slap was unintentional, the force of it still left him momentarily stunned. Normally a peaceful sleeper, Sabrina was unusually restless that night. Her nightgown seemed perilously close to revealing too much in her fitful sleep. They both favored sleeping in near darkness, with the curtains tightly drawn, but a sliver of light always found its way in. That night, Curtis discovered his enhanced ability to see clearly in the dark. Feeling uneasy, he gently removed Sabrina's hand from him and quietly got out of bed, once again retreating to the bathroom. He stayed longer this time, recalling the allure of her subtle beauty in the dim light. When Curtis returned, Sabrina had sprawled out across the bed, leaving him barely any space. He felt a mix of helplessness and a surprising realization that her comfort around him was making him question his own allure. Unbeknownst to him, Sabrina harbored the misconception that he was drawn to Victor. With a