The huge mahogany door erupted into flames. Fire danced outside the window.
I closed my eyes and tried to bear the intolerable heat and pain. At least I was one of the best dressed queens to be burnt alive.
A cold hand covered my hand and gave it a gentle squeeze. I opened my eyes in surprise and stared into the calm eyes of Sebastian. Pain left me.
Scenes changed. We were standing on a beach. It's been such a long time since I last saw the sea and the beach.
The cool salty breeze, the sparkly sea, the crunchy sand... everything, it felt like I was really on a beach, by seaside.
"This is Coral Cliff. I have always wanted to come here with you," Sebastian, who was standing next to me, said with barely contained sorrow.
Surprised, I tore my gaze from the sea and looked at him.
The icy wall in his icy blue eyes that normally hid all his emotions was gone. His eyes were filled with... regret?
He leaned forward and held me in his arms."Please forgive me, Liana. I am sorry."
