Chapter 304

Il Christopher had his way, he wanted Hera to go abroad with himn

Just as he readied himself to speak, a jarring ring shattered the forming silence.

Hera retrieved her phone, a flicker of recognition crossing her face when she saw Bernard’s name on the screen. She excused herself and stepped away to

swer the call, “Hello?”

“There you are! School’s been out for ages. What’s keeping you busy? Bernard’s voice washed over the phone, a smooth baritone that could charm the

birds from the trees.

“You mean the afternoon dismissal?” Hera clarified, remembering their earlier conversation.

Unlike most schools, Cavenridge functioned primarily as a boarding institution, with few students electing to return home for the midday break. The academy provided a cafeteria and dorms for them to relax during these hours

There was a beat of surprised silence from Bernard.

“Honestly, I just miss you,” he finally admitted.

her thoughts

are you? I can swing by, and we can grab lunch together,”

Beard’s refined tastes and the

are on the agenda afterward. Not

asked suddenly, “How many

“Three,” Hera replied.

girls?” His question held a subtle

head. If she made it known that there was a male companion, Bernard might

next breath.

before she

Bemard conceded, his tone shifting slightly.

before her finger

miss

silence stretched, thick with unspoken understanding. Hera knew Bernard well enough to recognize

that didn’t appease him would likely keep the

sigh, she mumbled, “I do.”

Berard replied, finally

playing on her lips. Perhaps a tiny part of her

our turn!” Katie’s voice cut in. The

coffee and some local snacks. As

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