Chapter 48. Difficult Night

Cecilia

The door to the room opens, and tension seizes my body. I had already imagined this moment and considered how I would act after the scene I witnessed on the beach. I decided to stick to the plan I've laid out in my mind.

I remain motionless, eyes closed, as if I were surrendered to a peaceful sleep. I control my breathing, feigning the calm that is far from existing within me. Liam calls my name, but I choose to continue the charade.

The room falls silent for a few seconds, but the tension persists and takes hold of my entire being. The last thing I want is to face Liam now, after seeing him wi_th Leila on the beach. Betrayal, this time, is much more painful than I could have imagined.

I realize that Liam is moving, and a fear grows within me. I fear that he may insist on waking me up, for whatever reason. I am not prepared to face his gaze, for the words that may come.

At this moment, I have no idea what will happen next. Liam approaches the be