Chapter 263: You’re my first kiss...
Selene POV
Afterwards, we all gathered around the large sofa in the centre of the room. I settled into the plush cushions, the girls by my left side, Noah by my right while Lucius and Kurtis sat opposite me, their faces etched with concern and a thousand unspoken questions. They all started speaking at once, their faces etched with concern and a thousand unspoken questions. They all started speaking at once, voices overlapping in a chaotic blend of worry and curiosity.
"Where have you been?"
"What happened to you?"
"Are you really, okay? How did you escape Jared?"
I held up my hand, silencing them. "I appreciate all your concern," I said, my voice calm but firm. "But I’ve had a long day, and I’m not in the mood to rehash everything right now. I just need some rest."
The room fell silent, the three men exchanging glances but respecting my wishes. I knew they were all wondering how I could have escaped Jared and on a normal day, I could have just told them casually that it was Kragen, but now...my gaze strayed to Noah...I still didn’t feel guilty.
It was as if I had done the right thing. I also knew they deserved answers but I wasn’t ready to relieve the horrors of my captivity just yet. Right now, all I wanted was a moment of peace.
I stood, preparing to leave, when Noah’s voice stopped me. "Selene, wait!" he called, his tone laced with a mixture of relief and suspicion. "How did you get back? Who brought you home?"