The Lady Nun Vows Revenge by Caroline Rowland

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?"

"I-I really have something urgent I need to take care of. I have to

step past him, but once again, Nolan moved to stop her. This time,

"If you want to go, I won't stop you. But can you just

his head slightly, looking at her with such sincere,

and reached out, smoothing down the loose strands of hair she had tousled when 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 to say anything, that's fine too. When you leave, take the Prince Regent's carriage. I'll have someone escort you safely back to Saint Grace Nunnery. Just rest when you get

mouth, trying to say something, but before she could, Nolan cut her off, a bit more firm this

said nothing at all. She kept her head down, lips tightly

from when she had arrived. There was now a soft blanket draped across the seat, small treats tucked into a corner, even a warm hand

the air was just starting to show, Nolan, it seemed, was worried she might catch a cold. He had even

made Eliza feel worse. The whole ride back, she sat quietly, staring down at the

was buried in guilt inside the carriage, Nolan's expression had already darkened the

the Prince Regent's estate, his tone was icy as he

servant that she was coming to visit. From the way the servant had

while, she left in such a state. She would not even meet his eyes. She would not talk to him. She could barely

furious. He had rushed through state matters all morning looking forward to spending

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