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.

But if you do, don't bother returning to me for writing

tone turned icy, leaving Freya with no doubt about how serious he was. She had produced an essay with her left hand just the night before, and abandoning her progress was not an option. Overhearing the commotion upstairs, Neil came

Mr. Tyler isn't keen on the idea," Freya explained, cautiously watching

which Neil quickly picked up

Freya nodded. "Yes."

get it You're worried

by Neil's

I'll take you back tonight, claiming it's for a physical therapy session. With

"Right. That makes sense."

with him long ago had she not felt outmatched. "Then stay here and relax. I'll ensure

agreement, Freya nodded. "Okay, thanks, Dr.

You're Preston's student, which makes you mine, too. Preston