CHAPTER SIXTY-EIGHT

HAZEL

Melissa stared after them as they went, even going far as rising slowly, so she could watch them until they were out of sight. As for me, I watched Xander. I didn't think he'd caught wind of the news, since Darius had instructed no one to release it.

Maybe it was better that way.

“Tell Darius I didn't really feel up to dinner. I hope you're fine too.” I said, getting to my feet, and she shot a brow upwards.

“Why should I?”

“Because you want to pretend you care about me, and asked why I was leaving the table without having dinner.” I said, and began...