Eighty Seven

CELINE HERRERA POV

Belshar stopped me as I made to get out of the car and I turned to face him.

"Are you mad at me about what happened earlier? I was going to tell you about the party... It just took the backseat because there were more important things I had to do" he told me, his voice soft and calm.

I took his hand, the contrast between my pale soft hand and his large strong tanned hand stealing my attention for a second.

I glanced up to see him staring at me keenly. "I am not angry with you Belshar. Your mother was just a bit overwhelming. Also, I still can't get past what she said about us enjoying this while it lasted. I feel like things are not right, like she's planning something evil..."

"You don't have to be scared princess. I will protect you. No one will hurt you as long as I am by your side"

"And I believe you Belshar, but I still can't help but be anxious. What if they do something horrible to you? What if I am not the target? What if it's you they want to kill? I