In the past, Adrian had always thought that no matter how deep Serena and Jasper's history was, it didn't matter. What he could give her far exceeded whatever Jasper could offer.
He hadn't been part of her previous years, but as long as he was by her side, even for a single day, he would never let her suffer a shred of grievance.
But it wasn't until recently that he realized she'd suffered plenty of grievances and hurt because of him.
What he believed in might not be the truth at all.
The fervor he gave her was returned in full, resolutely and decisively, when they broke up.
Was what he gave her really what she wanted?
At the very least, Jasper had never hurt her.
In the silent hush of the bedroom, only Serena's gentle, steady breathing could be heard. Adrian leaned against the headboard, eyes fixed on her, lashes drooping halfway, concealing the surge of emotion in his gaze.
For a while.
