Ember’s POV
Ernest's eyes widened in surprise, the jovial behavior he had a moment ago vanishing instantly. He took a step back, intimidated by Lucas's towering presence.
"Lu-Lucas," Ernest stuttered, trying to maintain composure. "I was just..."
It’s no surprise Ernest was threatened by Lucas' presence. The triplets were feared by everyone, most especially Lucas, who was known for being the cruelest. No one dares to be on his bad side.
Lucas cut him off, his voice icy. "You were just what? Trying to get close to my mate?" He turned his gaze towards me.
“Ember, why is he here?" He asked.
"Lucas, Ernest is a friend. He and Zealina came to visit me. Nothing more," I replied.
I didn’t want any drama to happen.
I slowly got up from the hospital bed so I was now sitting at the edge of m
