Chapter 166

Chapter 166

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Eliza could not take that chance. But guilt would not let her breathe. So, she ran. "T-I just remembered there's something I need to take care of, she said, her voice trembling. "TI come visit another day.

Before Nolan could respond, Eliza turned and bolted past him, running straight out of the courtyard without even glancing back. Nolan stood frozen for a second, stunned.

He turned toward the doorway, watching her retreating figure disappear into the distance, still trying to make sense of what had just happened.

"Serenity?" he called, but she was already gone. He immediately turned and chased after her.

Eliza had meant to leave just like that, without another word. But to her surprise, Nolan chased after her without the slightest hesitation and stepped in front of her, blocking her path.

His face was flushed with confusion and concern. "What happened? Just now, what was that about? Why did you say sorry to

me?"

urgent I need to take care of. I

once again, Nolan moved to stop her. This time, though, he did not press

go, I won't stop

her with such sincere, pleading eyes

she ran. His voice was soft, coaxing, "Whatever happened back there if you ever feel like talking. I'll always be here to listen. And if you don't want

mouth, trying to say something, but before she could, Nolan cut her off, a bit more firm this time. "No

head down,

expect the inside to look so different from when she had arrived. There was now a soft blanket draped across the seat, small treats tucked

was only early autumn, and the chill in the air was just starting to show, Nolan, it seemed, was worried she might catch a cold. He had even thought

feel worse. The whole ride back, she sat

guilt inside the carriage, Nolan's expression had already

was icy as he barked, "Explain. What the hell happened while I

From the way the servant had described it, she had looked genuinely

Nolan had stepped out for just a short while, she left in such a state. She would not even

matters all morning looking forward to spending time

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