Chapter 33

Warning: The chapter describes the scene of a suicide attempt. It may be distressing for some individuals and could trigger emotional or psychological discomfort. Reader discretion is advised.

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Seris’s POV

“And I hope he’s treating you well enough?” my mother asked, and when Ronan groaned, I burst out laughing.

“If he isn’t,” she threatened playfully, “I’ll kick his balls when I get back.”

“No need, Mom!” Ronan called over the phone before I could reply. “I’m doing my best.”

Mother was on a “mini vacation,” she’d said, needing time to herself.

“I asked Seris, not you!” she barked.

“He hasn’t done anything wrong,” I said, and Ronan smiled, smoothing my hair.

“All right then,” she grumbled. “Bye, kids—and don’t do anything I wouldn’t do.” She hung up.

Ronan set the phone aside and scooped me into his lap. His hands trailed softly down my back as I leaned into him.

“What about today?” he murmured. “You,