Chapter 83

Aria's POV

Astrid immediately changed her expression to one of total innocence.

“Oh, Astrid heard that you weren’t so well. She got so worried, and pleaded to come see you.” Knox told me with a soft smile. My chest tinged slightly, reminding me that I needed to calm down.

‘Take a deep breath, and think of happy things.’ Jade advised.

I turned back to Knox, and forced a smile. “Oh wow, that’s so...generous of her.” I said with a saccharine voice.

His smile faded slightly. Knox knew me very well, so he understood the tone of my voice.

“Aria...” he sighed.

“Can I talk to you alone?” I said to Knox, slowly sitting up on the bed.

He gave me a reluctant look. “Aria, I’m not so sure that’s a good