Chapter 162

Emma’s POV

“Can I trust you?” I asked Chase.

I was mentally drained.

Having played the good daughter throughout the anniversary, I wanted to catch my breath. Little did I know I had just been walking straight into Chase’s arms.

“You know you can, Em.” He said, enthusiastically. “I’d hold your secret against me, Em. I wouldn’t even tell myself.”

His eyes mirrored mine, tired, hunger of the soul, and exhaustion.

I couldn’t believe that it was the same person who acted like I didn’t exist last night.

“I don’t know where I stand with Kevin, really.” I said what I’d forbidden myself to.

I made a deal with my mind to never say it. Just so I didn’t believe it. The more I said something, the more I was forced to believe.

“Start from the point where you left me, Em. I want to know it all.” He said, looking down.

I hated when Chase had that pensive look on his face. It felt like he was just a slight provocation away from murde