A Cue for Love (Natalie and Samuel)

Chapter 1097 The Truth Behind The Secret 1

Last night was a blur to Anna, but she had a vague recollection of what had happened.

She remembered it could have been Natalie gripping her hand the entire time, radiating comfort in a haze of pain.

Thank you, Anna said silently to Natalie as she draped a jacket over her sleeping body. She let Natalie sleep in a little longer, knowing she must have stayed up all night.

It was almost lunchtime in the monastery when Natalie woke up.

Nereus brought vegetarian meals for her and Anna, and a while after they were finished, he led them to the meditation room where Varre was.

Anna entered the room and glanced at the small table, realizing the pool of blood that Varre vomited had been cleaned of its traces.

Her eyes strayed to Varre, who appeared more gaunt and pale to the naked eye than the day before. His dull gaze was instantly drawn to her as they stepped into the room.

that they were about

the secret, and needless to say, she understood the significance of

too, but she feigned ignorance

key you wanted.” Varre presented his creation with quivering hands. “I am afraid my replication is only 99% accurate. Alas, I can’t make something totally identical to the original. I can only hope that this jade key will be of help to you

step forward and accepted the jade key with both hands, taking in the lifelike phoenix carving on the

could not have been able to tell the difference between the original and copy if she did not study the genuine jade key

possessed such artistic talent and skill as was

you,” Natalie said solemnly

a slight bow. “Please take your leave now that

Anna scowled and tugged on Natalie’s hand to leave the meditation

Natalie dug her heels in. “He’s

“How long more?”

“Huh?” Natalie was startled.

her observation aloud, which was the truth as well, but she was not expecting an

time does he have left, Natalie?” Anna reiterated

hesitated before adding, “These days are your last chance to see him in this life. You will not