Warlock Ch 369. Work First, Think Later
Selena's eyes flicked to his, startled by the raw honesty in his voice. Her lips parted slightly, but no words came out.
Damian could practically see the emotions battling inside her.
Confusion, surprise, and the quiet, hesitant joy she was desperately trying to hide. It was cute. It was real. And yeah, it made his heart squeeze just a bit.
"I… I'll talk to him," Selena finally said, her voice soft. "I promise."
Damian just nodded, the corner of his lips curving into a gentle smile. "Take your time. It's not like I'm going anywhere."
She hesitated another heartbeat longer, then turned and walked quietly out of the room, the soft click of the door behind her echoing softly.
Damian watched the door for a moment longer before releasing the long-held breath he hadn't even realized he'd been holding.
"It's getting complicated, isn't it?" he muttered quietly to himself, the words slipping out as he rubbed the back of his neck.
