498.Chapter 498

"I want you to." The words spilled out before Declan could stop them. He needed Elena to rely on him, to punish him for his past neglect. Only then might his guilt ease.

Elena laughed at his earnest expression. "Sorry to disappoint. I don't make a habit of burdening others." Revenge through torment? It was exhausting and pointless. If she despised someone, she cut ties cleanly.

Disappointment fl