ASHER“I know I'm causing you a lot of trouble by staying here but I promise not to offend you anymore. I just need shelter in a place where I can be comfortable, that's all.” She slowly got off the bed, intentionally letting the strap of her dress fall lower. I kept my gaze on her face, paying no attention to her exposed skin. “Layla, I'm not promising anything. You'll still take your leave the moment you get well. Just don't jump off a rooftop this time to prove a point.” With that, I turned around to leave. “You just gave her ideas for her next execution.” Jace's voice took me by surprise. He was standing by the doorpost. I couldn’t remember asking him to come along. “Why did you follow me here?” I asked, brow ticked with annoyance. “Just to make sure no ends are loose. Sierra crying is the last thing I want to see.” He said with his lips twitched and I shot him a glare. “You bastard!” I cursed, because what was he insinuating? That I wouldn't be able to control myself against
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