Chapter 113

Sebastian wondered if Valeria was already staring at his message, thinking about how to reply or if she was debating whether to reply at all. Valeria still hadn't replied by the time Sebastian got home. He headed to the treadmill, using the dopamine from the workout to get a temporary mental high. Sebastian relished that focused, mindless rush of blood and adrenaline. He needed to let off some steam and calm down. Half an hour later, Sebastian went to the bathroom. He planted both hands on the sink and looked at his reflection in the mirror. Sweat was dripping from his chin. His dark hair was damp, with a few strands falling across his forehead. His eyes were clear, but seemed bottomless. He was calm enough now. And in that calm, he did something morally questionable. If his actions at Valeria's home had been driven by a sudden rush of jealousy due to that ordinary man appearing beside her, then there was no such trigger or excuse now. Valeria was getting ready for bed. She turn