Chapter 24

Valerie's POV

Vaughn froze.

The moment my blood hit the air, his entire body tensed. His eyes widened—not with curiosity, but with sheer panic.

"Y-You," he said in a low, alarmed whisper. "Are you crazy?! What are you doing?!"

The panic in his tone made me pause. I hadn't expected such a reaction from him over a mere wound. It was just a small scratch, yet he acted as if I had stabbed myself.