Under the Veil I Rule

Chapter 262

Finn walked over and gave Dorian's shoulder a reassuring pat. "Inviting Jessica over was a bit much, you know. Elysia's got every right to be upset."

"She doesn't want to see you right now, so just give her some space. After the ceremony, you two can sit down and have a proper chat."

"What are you talking about, Finn?"

Dorian stared at him in disbelief. Finn was never one to mince his words or play the diplomat, yet here he was, talking sense and all. Had he turned over a new leaf?

Without answering, Finn simply tugged Dorian along.

Dorian glanced at the closed door, realizing there was nothing he could do at the moment. Letting Finn lead him, they headed to the groom's lounge.

About half an hour later, Elysia, now all dolled up, emerged from the bride's room with Amara. Finn and Dorian were already waiting outside. The four of them headed over to the reception area to toast with the guests.

Though Elysia was giving Dorian the cold shoulder, she was perfectly cordial with everyone else. The toasting went smoothly, signaling the end of the wedding festivities.

Elysia and Dorian would head back to their new home, while Amara could finally return to her place.

the hotel, Finn intercepted her.

replied, shaking her head. "I can

you. It's tough to catch a cab around

gently took her by

followed for a few steps before stopping

can manage on my own," she said firmly, freeing her wrist from his grip. "But

turned and

her retreating figure, frowning

me?" He caught up with her in a few

but she couldn't deny it either. She

being around Finn was awkward, at least

entrance, Finn saw the determination in her eyes and decided not to push further. "It really is hard to get a cab from here. If you

last time, concern etched on his face, before

got home, she replayed the past couple of days in her mind,

as if Finn genuinely liked her. He had even stood up to Dorian for her, which had caught her off guard. Yet, she

seemed to have a significant part of his attention focused on Liliana. It was unlikely he