Damien didn't wake up until the next morning.His whole body felt like it was falling apart. The slightest movement sent a searing pain through him, making him suck in a sharp breath.Lyra was slumped by his bed, her eyes red and swollen. As soon as she saw him wake up, she shot up, overjoyed."Damien! You're finally awake! I was so worried about you… How are you feeling now? Does it still hurt?"She reached out, wanting to touch the wound on Damien's forehead, but he subtly avoided her touch.Looking at the deep concern on her face, Damien just felt it was a cruel joke.He jerked his head away, not wanting to see her deceitful face or answer any of her questions.Seeing his coldness, tears welled up in Lyra's eyes again.She carefully took Damien's uninjured hand, her voice trembling as she explained, "I'm sorry, Damien… I know you must hate me right now… But, I really had no other choice back then… I had to say those things…""You're different from me, Damien. From the moment you wer
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