Joseph's POV.
Almost dying that day at the cabin was such an out-of-body experience. Something I never imagined happening to me. Something that I never prepared for.
I hated having to admit it to myself, and I would never say it out loud, but I severely underestimated Manfrid. He really played me for a fool.
I was so sure that I was the one in control. The calling all the shots and making all the decisions. But he had me right where he wanted me. He played the game even better than me.
I was so blinded by my anger and resentment at Emma, and so focused on taking that child away from her that I left myself vulnerable to Manfrid's manipulation. He caught me completely off guard, and it almost cost me my life.
Time slowed down for me during our fight. I had the upper hand to begin with,
