Chapter 79. Echoes of Torment

Jacob's POV

'Jacob, you need to talk to her. She might think you are ignoring her!' Luke roared and forced me to open the door, but I persisted. Still catching onto my breath. Clutching my own collar as if that would do the trick. Would do anything to make me forget.

Of course she fucking knew that tune. It was like a wake up call for me to stop living in my dreams. Stop thinking of the dumb idea that we could ever work out.

How could I ever be so delusional? How dare I forget?

Even if Luke wanted to talk to Lia, he did not. I'm relieved that at least Luke respects and honors our partnership as one being. Even if that meant torturing Lia in the process. I just know it is currently shattering Luke’s heart.

'Take her to the farthest guest room.' I suddenly mind-linked my beta. He hesit