Under the Veil I Rule

Chapter 55

Keith stared at Amara's mask, not responding. The image of her face from that day crossed his mind, and he found himself wishing she'd take off the mask again.

But he reminded himself that her skin hadn't fully healed yet, and she couldn't remove it completely. Besides, his schedule was packed with filming, and he didn't have time to linger. So he held back his request.

Standing up, he said, "Well, I'm off. If that Liliana bothers you again, just let me know, alright?"

With that, Keith reluctantly left the room.

Amara didn't dwell on Keith's odd behavior. They'd been friends for so many years, and she was used to his occasional quirks. For the most part, Keith was his usual self.

Just then, another knock came at the door. Amara called out, "Come in," and was surprised to see Finnian enter.

his already stern face appearing even more severe than usual. He strode over to Amara, asking curtly, "Did you move out of

Amara looked up

swung by to pick up some things and

at the mansion, then where

live

set," Amara replied. "The apartment complex right across from

mind, and his expression darkened as he began, "That place isn't safe.

cameras. I'm fine

safety. He was worried about having to explain to Kevin if anything

for three years, every corner of that house was filled with memories of her waiting for Finnian. To her, it was a

of Amara's turned back as if she had no interest in engaging in the conversation, Finnian's brows furrowed slightly.

had mentioned he delivered the bags this morning, but now they were nowhere in sight. Where were them? Had Amara put them away? Why wasn't she giving him the bag now? Was she planning to wrap it up nicely before handing it

be careful living out there on your

to press about the bag; eventually, Amara would hand them over. With a