Hi Guys! So, sorry for the short chapter and all, but I wanted to add a little drama. Don't worry about Maxerica though, it'll be alright. :) I'll update tomorrow, so you won't have to wait too long.
Maxon's POV
After the rebel attack is over, I head to America's room to make sure she's alright. I didn't talk to her that much during the attack, but that is because of me father and his ever-watchful eye. Also, she doesn't need comforting as much as the others. She is strong, and that is the quality of a queen.
I am about to turn the corner to her room when I hear voices. America is talking to someone. I hear her say, "Aspen, I do love you. I will always love you."
Aspen? Is that not the first name of Officer Leger? The officer from her hometown? How could I have been so stupid?! That's the boy she told me she was still in love with, and was trying to get over him! That's why she told me she needed more time! America was probably kissing him in her room most nights, because I had him stationed outside her door! My rage is so great, I don't hear anything else they say. Instead I walk to Kriss's room. Kriss. Someone I can always count on. Someone I love, and I know she loves me too.
That night in bed, I ponder if anything America said was true. She told me she loved me, would always need me, and so much more. Was it all just an act? I believe so.
The next morning, America is all smiles and giggles. When she looks at me, I stare stonily ahead. I purposely talk to Kriss and Celeste most of the time, complimenting them and worshipping everything they say. Elise doesn't seem to mind, but America gets furious. So furious, I am surprised when she tugs her ear. What can she possibly say to make things better? I will tell her that I am going to eliminate her because of what I overheard. But I won't let her get caned like Marlee. I loved her once. I tug my ear back.