Chapter 87

Aria’s POV

Immediately Knox heard my voice, he whirled around with concern in his eyes. I ignored the looks that others were giving me, and kept my eyes on him.

His brows furrowed as he quickly made his way back to me. He looked tense. “Aria, are you okay?” he murmured, and his hands immediately started scanning my arms, my shoulders, my face, to check for any signs of harm.

I started to nod at first, then I shook my head. “No, Knox, I… I am not.” I admitted softly. “I…I have something to tell you.” I muttered.

His frown deepened as he watched me. I avoided his eyes, turning away. “Please come inside,” I said quietly, even as my heart pounded.

Even as I spoke, my throat felt tight. Fear clawed at me. I was scared of how he would react, and I was scared of what this conversation would