When They Beg, I Rise!

Was this supposed to be an apology? It felt more like a forceful push for her to just accept everything!

Lemira's expression was cool, indifferent, a demeanor that weighed heavily on Alaric's heart. Just moments ago, Alaric was brimming with confidence, but now, doubt was creeping in. He had bent over backwards to apologize and make amends, thinking surely Lemira could see his intentions.

He had never lowered himself like this for anyone since young! Lemira was the first!

Evelina seized the opportunity to chip in, "Yeah, Lemmy, Alaric went all out preparing today's dinner. You must see his sincere efforts to make amends."

Alaric's expression turned slightly awkward, "Lemira, whatever you ask for, I can make it happen."

Lemira raised an eyebrow, her voice laced with a hint of sarcasm, "My request is simple."

"Go ahead."

Alaric sighed in relief, thinking as long as Lemira was willing to state her terms, she was on the path to forgiving him.

He should have known, Lemira was just acting out, thinking he was favoring Evelina! Once they patched things up, he'd find the right moment to have a serious talk with Lemira. "Starting today, stay out of my sight, and don't ever take matters into your own hands like this again."

froze in an instant, his mind buzzing with

of heat hit her, the

looked at Lemira earnestly,

I just said? Maybe you should consider going

were kids. Are you really going to hold one impulsive mistake against me for

couldn't believe she'd be so

only found it amusing. Just one

didn't understand why she needed to distance herself from

want to look

"If that's what you believe,

palpable, unable to utter even a letter. He couldn't fathom that

Langston mansion, and you won't have to see me anymore." Evelina turned to Alaric, her eyes bloodshot, "Alaric, thank

grabbed Evelina's hand, "This has nothing to do with you.

don't understand. It has everything to do with me. I need to

teary-eyed, understanding demeanor

help but sigh, "Why can't