Chapter 90

Demetri’s POV

Wednesday, January 24th; 11pm

I give her an appreciative smile as she walks in with Madilyn snuggled into her neck. It’s only as she gets closer to me that I realize that she’s been crying and Madilyn is in even worse shape. It’s obvious that she’s been riding the same roller coaster as Cole.

“I’m sorry Cole. It looks like I need to change my plans.”

I state apologetically as I sit up in the bed. I place my hand on Madilyn’s head brushing her hair out of her face.

“It hurts.”

She manages to whisper as tears fall down her face.

“Does this mean you’re willing?”

I look at Lilly half expecting her to turn tail and run.

“I trust your judgment, Dem.”

I gently take Madilyn from Lilly’s arms as she whimpers in pain.

“I thought being near him should calm all this down.”

“That’s what worked when I was twelve. I’m not certain how it works at such a young age.”

“What’s going on with her,