Chapter 196: No More Guilt
Cullen formed an "o" with his mouth, finally understanding where I was coming from.
But he still spoke nonetheless. "Liam being missing isn’t your fault, Isleen. You did your best just like any mother."
"Oh, did I?" I chuckled, even though there was nothing funny about what I was thinking about now. "I did my best in harboring a monster you mean? Cause that’s what my so-called son was. A monster! Who would’ve guessed that Liam was actually a vampire all this while?"
I let out those words before I could comprehend what I’d just done. I’d shared with Cullen, a confidential piece of information that Rhett had trusted I and Kylo with.
Gosh, Isleen you’re such a blabber mouth! Focus, focus, focus...
"I’m sorry, Liam is a what now?" Cullen blinked rapidly, shock etched on his face. I could only sigh, not having the strength to answer Cullen’s questions.
"Never mind, Cullen." I breathed out heavily, staring at nothing in particular.
We remained silent, Cullen brushing my hair gently while he still had an arm wrapped around my shoulder. He was probably giving me time to process my thoughts. Or was probably also processing everything I’d said too.
Finally, Cullen spoke up. "I think it’s cool that you were able to take a break away from your mate. But you do remember that we’re currently living in his house, right? Sooner or later you’d have to face him again."
I blinked awkwardly. Cullen had a point.
"I’m aware of that, Cullen." I sighed, gently pushing his arm off my body. "Thanks. I think I need a long bath."