Chapter 255

“Stay back!” Vivienne screamed at Dante, who had started toward her, his face pale with shock and concern, eyes fixed on the blood pouring from her shoulder. Her voice was sharp and defiant, though it wavered with the effort to stand tall.

“I’m sorry,” Dante said, his men halting behind him, guilt and regret heavy in his chest. “I never wanted this, Vivienne.”

Vivienne’s chest heaved, her legs tre