𝐐𝐔𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐈𝐀 ; 𝐑𝐘𝐔𝐆𝐔𝐉𝐈 𝐊𝐄𝐍

Chapter Nineteen

"How's juvie?" you asked him as soon as you entered the visiting area.

You crossed your arms and locked your gaze on Kiyomasa's. You had no idea someone in Toman would betray one of its founding members.

You could have lost Draken if you were even a second late. If that had happened, you could have been charged with murder instead of this jerk in front of you.

"Why bother asking? You fcking ruined our plan, b*tch."

Kiyomasa, being the coward that he is, flinched when you slammed the table. You stood up and moved your face closer to his.

"Why did Hanma try to get you to murder Ken? What benefits can he get from this? What the fuck are his motives?" you asked repeatedly, fist clenched in rage.

Oh, to beat the living daylights out of him. You wish you could crush his ruined face even more. Fortunately for him, that is only possible if the police aren't watching.

"How would I know? I only did that because I wanted him to die. I really have no idea about that jerk's plans — as if that psycho would tell us? Come on, I thought you're smart, Mighty Y/N?" he laughed in a mocking tone, "Use your fcking common sense if you have one?"

You stood up, rolling your eyes.

"You're useless then," you sighed, "just rot and die in this place; everyone will be pleased."

—

"You seem in a foul mood, shorty." Draken muttered as he watched you grumpily taking a seat on the chair near his bed.

"I haven't got any information yet. This happened because we overlooked things."

"Chill, woman. I'm alright now."

"But that doesn't mean it will all be okay for me, you got me?" you gathered your strength and finally looked him in the eyes, your gaze weakening — allowing him to understand just how vulnerable your life would be if you lost him "I would have ended up losing you.."

He looked at you intently without saying anything. You couldn't even read what he is thinking.

It's as if his mood lifted, reassuring you that everything is going to be right.

How can a person comfort you with just one look?

Something odd felt on your stomach. You can't fathom it, but it's pleasant yet strange all at the same time.

Draken is incredible. He is the sole person who can make you feel such a way.

'I'm wondering if he feels the same way when he's with Emma...'

What would he say if you asked him? Would you be able to keep your disappointment hidden? Or will he uncover the secrets you've been trying to bury?

You flinched when you felt his warm touch on your cheeks. Blood rushed up when his face moved closer to you. You felt his breath when he leaned his forehead on yours.

Your nose collided with his. You saw his eyes closing, body relaxing as he felt your warmth.

"I know it's selfish of me to be thankful for this tragedy, but I'm glad you're protective of me." His deep voice vibrated in your ears as he whispered, "I'm glad I'm not the only one who would be damned if we lost each other."