|Carmella|
The past few days had been an unexpected blur of conversation and reflection. Theodore had taken it upon himself to fill me in on everything that had unfolded during the war and its aftermath. It was clear he was trying to distract me from the confinement of my recovery. Though I would never admit it aloud, I appreciated the effort more than I cared to let on.
Camilla had also visited as soon as she learned I was awake. Seeing her on the mend brought me a sense of relief I hadn’t realized I’d needed. And, to my surprise, Killian had been by her side. As much as I hated what he had done to me, I couldn’t ignore the fact that he had ensured her safety when it mattered most. For that, I chose to set aside my resentment—for now, at least.
“Our victory wasn’t just about brute stre
