His Dangerous Promise

***Marcella***

“Are you still upset with me?” Kaelen asked, his voice low as he sat down beside me on the living room couch.

I didn’t look at him, my eyes glued to the TV, though I wasn’t really watching.

“Are you still going to lead the mob?” I shot back, my tone sharp, my chest tight with frustration.

Kaelen let out a slow huff, leaning closer. He reached out, grabbing my chin gently but firmly,