Rose POV
It was silent throughout the ride going home. I could feel Jace getting tensed beside me as I sat still facing the window.
“Hey,” he said softly when he walked me inside the house. “I’m sorry for what happened. I didn’t know Dexter would be there. I promise. If I had known-”
“You don’t have to apologize, Jace. Actually, I have to thank you for keeping me sane all evening.” I gave him a tired smile before stepping forward to give him a peck on his cheek. He deserved it.
“Do you need anything? I can hangout if you want.”
He was really a sweet man. I could see his protectiveness over me. He was like Dexter. How I wished he wouldn’t turn out to be like his brother - a traitor, someone who led me on, someone I trusted and who betrayed me.
“I’m tired. I’ll probably sleep soon.” T
