TWENTY-SIX.

FLASHBACK..

IRIS'S POV.

I knew he would never hit me... I don't know why but I wasn't afraid of Regan. Something tells me that he could never harm me in anyway.

So I didn't even flinch when he raised his hands. Slowly, it came down..his eyes...they were glowing a bright red.

"You're taking this the wrong way Regan... Joseph was just helping me with my zip.."

I said slowly..

He looked back at a bleeding Joseph on the floor then back at me. Letting go of my neck, he shut his eyes and took deep breaths. His fists were clenched so tight his nockles began to turn white.

I reached out for his hands and his eyes flew open.

"Some maid soiled my dress with drinks. I looked for you but you seemed busy...."

Realization flashed in his eyes..he was with his lover!

"I just didn't want to interrupt so I came up to change. But there was no one around and the lights were out. I was struggling with my zip when I heard someone outside. I called for help and it was Joseph."