Crystal's POV:

It was getting late, and I knew I couldn't stay here any longer. On the other hand, my heart wanted me to stay because Beryl was here.

But Beryl didn't recognize me. She didn't even want me to touch her. She seemed to be afraid of the mask on my face and stuck out her lower lip every time she saw it.

I was at a loss. I couldn't take off my mask in front of Rufus. If I had known it earlier, I would've chosen a less scary mask instead.

"Daddy, I'm hungry." Frowning, Beryl tugged Rufus' sleeve and rubbed her belly.

"I'll ask someone to have some food prepared for you."

that, Rufus headed to the dining room, still holding Beryl in his arms. I stood there awkwardly, wondering if I should follow them. Rufus didn't

I was weighing my options, I heard a muffled thunder. A few

me. Smiling faintly, I

food. Now that she wasn't hiding

me with her big, doe-like eyes.

to hug Rufus and sobbed, "I'm scared." Rufus scooped her up and held her comfortingly. To me, he said helplessly, "Your mask is scaring her." Sᴇaʀᴄh thᴇ Findɴovel.ɴet website

as cold and ruthless, so I chose a black metal one. It looked kind

a rock and a hard place, I racked my brains for a solution. Finally, I

me and said nothing. He just lowered his head and wiped Beryl's tears

Beryl's attention

Beryl's plate. The little girl wasn't fond of some certain veggies, so I picked out the carrots and onions from the noodles with a spoon. Rufus was busy putting a bib on the little girl. His handsome side profile was slightly

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