Under the Veil I Rule

Chapter 254

"Why can't we just get along?" Finnian asked, a hint of frustration in his voice.

"Relationships aren't static," Amara replied, trying to sound wise. "They change with time and circumstances, and it's all about the effort you put in."

Finnian had a point, and Amara found it hard to argue back. Sure, relationships change, but what if she didn't want them to? She couldn't just blurt out, "I don't want to see you, leave me alone," especially after Finnian had helped her out recently. It would be too cold-hearted.

For a moment, she was lost for words.

Sensing her discomfort, Finnian suggested, "Let's eat first."

"Alright."

"Finn, Ms. Sullivan, mind if I join you?" A gentle voice interrupted their thoughts. It was Liliana, standing beside them with her maroon clutch, smiling warmly.

There were empty seats beside both Finnian and Amara, likely because people felt they were too "significant" to sit beside.

up, "Ms.

perfect. With her there, Finnian would be busy talking to her and wouldn't pester

out the chair next

chat much with Liliana, focusing on his meal instead. Liliana, however, made small talk and occasionally served Finnian food, clearly attentive to

she overheard Dorian say to Elysia, "You haven't eaten much today, have you? I've arranged for

need," Elysia replied. "I'll just

an arm around

eyes on them. Was it Dorian watching them? She didn't bother to check and continued with Elysia back to the suite.

Doing my makeup while thinking things over. Exhausting, but I think I did a great job, didn't I? As good

the sofa, kicking off her heels, looking quite pleased with

makeup genius, better than any artist." "But, what were

with a tinge of seriousness. Elysia's smile faded,

comes next," she said, lighting a cigarette but