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.

moonlight, I could see his face had grown thinner, almost sickly, since our last encounter. I wanted to express my concern, but given our current relationship, I chose

declined, but felt compelled to add, "I don't want to

"Are you trying

lightly. "If you wish to see it

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

I expressed my gratitude, knowing well my politeness was something he found uncomfortable and unlike

often?" I asked, attempting to lighten

a surge in attendance lately. I've run into several acquaintances Oh, and Mrs. Clark has practically

way here, I had contemplated seeking her out. Despite

to him.

for the valuable information, but remembering his aversion to formalities, I held

into her," Conrad continued, ever the good