Chapter: 726

With her neck proudly straightened, Rin wagged her tail even more energetically, evoking a growing fondness within Ariana. She couldn’t resist petting Rin a few more times, gradually viewing her as a loyal and obedient companion, no Longer harboring fear.

However, Ariana’s emotions remained somewhat complicated after Theodore’s earlier revelation.

As she absentmindedly stroked Rin without glancing at Theodore, she casually inquired, “Do you often come here?”

Only the whisper of the wind remained in the depths of the woods.

Theodore took a moment to gather his thoughts before responding with a soft, “Mhm.”

“I come here once a year.” He spoke gently, as if expressing a casual fact.

piqued as she inquired, “For a

than answering directly, Theodore

suffocation, but she managed a chuckle and replied, “It’s not as if

his eyes. He opened his mouth to speak, but before any words could escape, Ariana

stepping in line with her as they walked. He couldn’t resist asking, “Did you come

refusing even to turn her head towards

calling me just now. Was that you?” Theodore persisted, his

Ariana remained silent, her anger fueling her swift

path proved treacherous to navigate, especially the untamed mountain trail they found themselves

whenever the wind howled. The kerosene Lamp she had carried slipped from her grasp earlier, tumbling down the slope and extinguishing its light, making the path even more treacherous to

ground beneath them was uneven, littered with protruding branches and rocks. Ariana narrowly avoided stumbling multiple times, her feet meeting obstacles

scratches from the unforgiving

grew, the thought of returning to the damp, moldy room only served to worsen her irritation.

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