Chapter 51

"Dominic… don't let me down, okay?"

"Okay."

Dominic nodded firmly, cupping Lydia's face and pressing his lips to hers. But even with his eyes closed, Elara's face flashed before him.

His body trembled. He quickly pulled away from Lydia, momentarily at a loss.

"What's wrong?" Lydia asked, anxiety threading her voice as she studied his unsettled expression.

"Nothing… it's just—tomorrow there's an im