Broken Grace

GAEL’S POV

The silence in the car stretched long enough to become uncomfortable, so I decided to break it. Kiera’s shallow breaths were loud enough to notice, her knuckles white where they gripped the edge of her seat. She was unraveling, and it was almost fascinating to watch. Almost.

“I don’t understand why you’re so concerned,” I said, letting my tone drip with casual curiosity. “I mean, with t