Chapter 65

After the first round of their passionate lovemaking, she found herself lying on the bed, staring up at the ceiling, questioning her sanity. Why had she used her body to stop him from leaving? If he wanted to go, it could only mean one thing – he didn't care about her at all.

"What's wrong?" he asked, his voice filled with concern.

She heard him but couldn't bring herself to speak. Sebastian rephrased his question, his eyes searching hers for answers. "They say that if you truly love someone, you have to set them free, but I can't do that. I want you to stay with me," she finally let go of her pride and spoke the truth.

"You're still young. How do you know if it's love or just infatuation?" he questioned, trying to understand her perspective. His genuine curiosity earned him a quick slap on the arm.

"I can't believe you're asking me that after what happened between us," she scolded him, her frustration seeping into her words.

"Scarlet, you can't equate