Under the Veil I Rule

Chapter 26

"No need, just take good care of Grandpa. He's the one who needs treatment the most right now."

With that, Finnian turned and walked away. Kevin let out a wail, pointing at his retreating back and cursing nonstop until he disappeared from view.

Amara felt a chill run through her heart. Last night's unexpected events had left her confused, making her think something between her and Finnian had changed. But how could that be? Clearly, Finnian's heart still belonged to Liliana!

He had stayed virtuous for Liliana last night and took a beating today to protect her honor. What was Amara even fantasizing about?

Suddenly, she felt pathetic. She couldn't keep going on like this.

"Ama, I'm sorry! When that rascal gets back, I'll make sure to give him a piece of my mind, just to make it up to you."

"Grandpa, please don't. Finnian and I aren't meant to be. His heart is with Ms. Porter, and we're just not right for each other. You should start preparing yourself to welcome Ms. Porter."

Kevin was left stunned. What's going on? Why was no one

body weary, she felt lost, unsure of where to

the divorce papers, which meant that

main house any longer, but she didn't want to go back to Autumn Ridge either. Where could

moment, Amara hailed a cab to Elysia's place, only to find Elysia alone

still drinking. Amara, irritated, grabbed the bottle

blurry eyes slowly focused. Instead of trying to reclaim the bottle, she pulled a pack of cigarettes and a lighter from under

Hawke didn't like it. Why was she smoking again now? Amara frowned at

"Jessica's back."

haze obscured her features, and Amara couldn't see her expression, only hearing the emptiness

pick her up

she moved closer to hug her.

her head, burying her face in Amara's shoulder and began to sob

with Elysia through the night. The next morning, she ordered breakfast,