[The thought that Alina could still be lonely in spite of his efforts to make her feel loved — it barbs at him. He knows the Darkling has crafted this insidious suggestion, sharpened it to a point, with the sole intent to hurt him. He knows this.
But for just a moment, a stab of doubt lances his heart. Just as quickly, he brushes it aside. Alina knows better than to fall for the Darkling's traps again.]
Perhaps it would bother me too, if I didn't know you also lie with every breath you take.
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But for just a moment, a stab of doubt lances his heart. Just as quickly, he brushes it aside. Alina knows better than to fall for the Darkling's traps again.]
Perhaps it would bother me too, if I didn't know you also lie with every breath you take.