Chapter 104

After dinner, Renard and Jormun left my loft. Daring and I helped Andra clean up from dinner before relaxing on the sofa together to watch television.

“How worried about me were you?” I asked him as we cuddle on the sofa.

“I don’t know if it was worry per se, maybe guilt?” Daring admitted.

“You felt guilty?” I asked in surprise.

“Well, yeah.” He shrugged. “I…don’t care about most people, so when we were told that you had been attacked, I felt horrible for not being there to protect you.” He explained. I felt my heart drop at his words.

“Are you saying you love me?” I questioned. My voice was soft and hesitant as I spoke.

“Not love.” Daring shook his head. “I don’t think we are close enough to say we love each other. I am also aware that you are in love with Jormun and I know that I won’t ever compare to him, though I am not envious of that.” He quickly stated.

“Who says I love Jormun?” I frowned.

“You do.” Daring said. “At least, your