No More Waiting, She Chooses Love

Chapter 759

As the ceremony came to a close, I stood up and made my way towards Master Mathew, and that's when I saw Conrad.

It was Conrad who had first introduced me to these gatherings. Initially, I found them rather dull, but once I understood that attending could bring blessings to him, I started accompanying him regularly, listening intently each time. Gradually, I grew to enjoy the sermons, even joining in the chants on occasion. However, Conrad and I had gone our separate ways, and though I continued attending on my own, when we crossed paths now, we were nothing more than strangers to each other.

He acknowledged me with a nod-a simple greeting-before we both approached Master Mathew to receive a special blessing, a rare ritual that I was fortunate to experience today. This ceremony, akin to wiping away misfortunes and illnesses, was more of a symbolic hope for many, yet it was cherished by all.

After the ceremony, Conrad and I left the chapel together. "Didn't expect to see you here," he commented softly.

"I came seeking peace," I confessed, not wanting to hide my reasons from him. There were things Conrad should be aware of; his silence didn't mean ignorance.

"Do you need any help?" he offered.

had grown thinner, almost sickly, since our last encounter. I wanted to express

thank you," I declined, but felt compelled to add, "I

you trying to

back, lightly. "If you wish to

go ahead and do what you must," he encouraged me. Although I didn't want him involved, he clearly wasn't keen on staying out

expressed my gratitude, knowing well my

you been attending the sermons often?" I asked, attempting

several acquaintances Oh, and Mrs. Clark has practically moved in here," Conrad shared

contemplated seeking her out. Despite Lord Clark's

to him. I almost

information, but remembering

into her," Conrad continued,