Without a word, Skylar drops into the wingback in sudden defeat, covering his face with his palms, "What a mess. What a f*****g mess." His muffled voice clear with anxiety, I can practically feel the dread radiating from him.
"I'm so sorry you have to be involved, Skylar. But, for your protection, I understand why Zack pulled you back in." I say, trying to justify the situation but even I know my words are only making it worse.
"It makes a lot more sense." Skylar says, his hands still covering his face.
"What?" I ask.
He pulls his palms away, "Dominic. Now I get why he was always there, at the cemetery. He was protecting you."
Three quick knocks sound at the door and the latch pops up. Victoria's voice calls out before she walks in, "Your majesty," she drops into a deep bow and looks
