The Bride Who Said No: Escaping the Shadows of Yesterday

Chapter 298

When Freya's gaze met Preston's, she hesitated, her previous determination to leave momentarily faltering.

"Where are you off to?" Preston asked, his tone indifferent.

"Kieran's looking for me. I have to go home for a bit," Freya replied.

Hearing that, Preston pressed, "And what about your writing? Are you still practicing?"

"Um... Yes, but..."

"Practice isn't something you do sporadically. If Kieran's calling you back every day, does that mean you'll leave every day?"

Freya fell silent under Preston's reprimand, not daring to speak up.

to go, of course. But if you do, don't bother returning to

hand just the night before, and abandoning her progress was not an option. Overhearing the commotion

Tyler isn't keen on the idea,"

remained impassive, which Neil quickly picked up on. "Is it Kieran calling you

Freya nodded. "Yes."

with Kieran?" As Neil spoke, he gently pushed Freya back onto the couch, continuing, "I get it You're worried Kieran might retaliate against the Dawson family. But look. Preston's taken

reassured by Neil's words and sat back

I'll take you back tonight, claiming it's for a physical therapy session. With the engagement off, he has no

"Right. That makes sense."

logic, Freya no longer felt inclined to put up with Kieran. She would have cut ties with him long ago had she not felt outmatched. "Then stay here and relax. I'll ensure you get back safely once it's dark," Neil promised, trying

silent agreement, Freya

mention it! You're Preston's student, which makes you mine, too. Preston and I