Lapse in memory

In the Knight mansion, Nikolai finds himself holding Ivy in his arms while she is sleeping peacefully in his arms. He is not restless or angry to get out of there and push her away like he usually does. He developed an aversion for affection and physical intimacy with anyone. Hugs, touches, kisses were non existent in his life after his parents death. Even when he is fu*king a woman, he will not kiss or touch her. Hell, he doesn't even like to see their faces. They will be in their stomach while he uses their body and chase after his release. They will be kicked out after that. He is an ass*ole for doing that. But he never touched any unwilling women.

'Until you almost forcefully undressed Ivy ' his subconscious reminded him.

He is regretting his actions now. He is regretting putting her through hell after everything she endured.

'I am sorry pet. I promise I will avenge our parents death and kill everyone who wronged us' he vowed to her silently.

His mind and body are at peace. He