"Um, how can I trust you?" Damien's voice quivered as he grappled with his doubts, slowly succumbing to Zayden's persuasive words. The offer presented before him was undeniably alluring.
Zayden's lips curled into a self-assured smirk, sensing the subtle shift in Damien's tone. He leaned back, crossing his legs casually, and offered a shrug that exuded nonchalance. "At the moment, that's the only option you have."
Damien's fists clenched, his gaze narrowing into a furious glare at the reaper. Zayden seemed to be taunting his vulnerability, ensnaring him in a web of helplessness where he couldn't safeguard Ziana or anyone else by his side.
"Enough, Zayden!" Lady Winter swiftly intervened, breaking the tense exchange. Even William, known for his unwavering devotion to his wife, seemed perturbed by Zayden's words. Manipulating her as a pawn clearly struck a nerve in this elder vampire.
