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?"

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

step past him, but once again, Nolan moved to stop her. This time, though, he did not

to go, I won't stop you. But can you just listen to one

his head slightly, looking at her with such sincere, pleading

here to listen. And if you don't want to say anything, that's

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

end, Eliza said nothing at all. She kept her head down, lips tightly sealed, and let herself be quietly ushered

she had arrived. There was now a soft blanket draped across the

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

That only made Eliza feel worse. The whole ride back, she sat

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

the Prince Regent's estate, his tone was icy as he barked, "Explain. What the hell happened while

visit. From the way the

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

state matters all morning looking forward to spending time with

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