Chapter 74: Chill

*Jane*

Despite the confused and perplexed expression on my face, my mind was anything but. It was filled with vigilance.

Mara, beside me, was equally on edge, sharing the same wariness.

Earlier, as we descended the stairs, I had spotted everyone, and my first instinct was to run back upstairs.

Unfortunately, my legs didn't cooperate. They remained still, perhaps due to anxiety or something else.

Although I was aware of the situation, the tense yet calm atmosphere triggered something within me. It felt as though something significant had occurred before I arrived, but I couldn't quite grasp it, no matter how hard I tried.

My curious, darting eyes eventually settled on the cold yet handsome Damon.

Did I just think handsome? My face flushed, but I pushed the thought aside.

I had to admit, I felt frozen, staring at him for a few moments. He seemed almost otherworldly. His posture made him look like an immortal. His black eyes alone were enough to take my breath away.

I wouldn't have been