Chapter 108

Standing in the restroom, my mind swirled with conflicting thoughts as I contemplated my next move. Should I leave? Or play it safe by hiding myself since I have hidden my scent? No! That won’t work. I knew that leaving the wedding reception was the safest option, but the thought of abandoning Donald weighed heavily on my mind. With a deep breath, I resolved to follow through with my decision.

“Leaving is the safest option. I can’t risk exposing myself any further.” I muttered to myself softly.

Emerging from the restroom, my expression was resolute as I approached Donald, who waited anxiously nearby.

“Are you fine now?” He asked, scanning my face to see if I was okay.

“Yes, I am. But I’ll be leaving now.”

“Amelia, what’s wrong? Why do you want to leave?” Concern etched on his face as he stars at me intently.

My resolve wavered slightly as Donald’s pleading gaze met mine. That was what I didn’t want.

“Donald, I appreciate your concern, but I need to go. It’s for the best.” I could tell him about Canthra Minerva, Not when I had no idea how she was related to Moon Shadow and what her aim there was.

Donald reached out to touch my arm, his voice filled with urgency.

“But why? You’ve barely spent any time with me. Could it be that you’re uncomfortable here?” He asked softly with anxiety.

“No, it’s not that, Donald.”

“Please, stay a little longer, then.”

I hesitated a bit, torn between my desire to respect Donald’s invitation and the need to safeguard myself.

“I can’t, Donald. It’s complicated, but trust me, leaving is the right choice.” I said, standing my ground.

Donald’s expression softened as he realized that I wasn’t going back on my words. He stepped back, his eyes

searching mine for answers.

“Okay, I won’t push you. Just… promise me you’ll be safe.”

I nodded, gratitude shining in my eyes as I offered him a small smile.

“I promise. Thank you, Donald.” I said with remorse. Deep down in my mind, I promised to make it up to him but I didn’t say a word about it. With my identity, anything could happen on the spur of the moment and I didn’t want to make promises I wouldn’t fulfill.

With one last glance, I turned and made my way towards the exit, my heart heavy with the weight of my decision but resolved in my determination to protect the most prior thing.

through my thoughts, causing me to pause in

up to me.

just yet.” He said eagerly, hastening

surprised as I

“What is it, Donald?”

me, his eyes shining with

place for a while? We can spend some time together, just

considering Donald’s offer. After a moment of contemplation, I nodded in agreement. That would be favourable for me as I would escape Canthra Minerva’s gaze and I could

good idea. Thank

lit up with a smile as he gestured for

Let’s go.”

thoughts of what awaited me

about your duties at the reception? Won’t you be

waved off my concerns with a casual

about it.” He

our way towards his home, eager to

warm lamplight. I stood by the window,

is beautiful, and humble” I commented, taking in the fresh scent of

“Thank you.” He replied.

perhaps a snack?” He

I’m not

from the kitchen with a tray of refreshments in

you’re not eating? You didn’t eat

if you’re offering yourself as a snack, I might reconsider.” I

remark, his eyes twi nkling with

but I don’t think I’d make

the window side, I walked over to him. “Are you

playfully pressed him against the wall with a mischievous

think you’re

the

be shocked.

avoiding my gaze. Sincerely, it was good teasing him. If

to banter and playfully tease each other as our laughter

company.

each other in the room, I decided

who exactly is this Athena

Athena?” He raised an eyebrow

it’s nothing. I was just curious, that’s all. She seems to have

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