Your Guise Is Slipping, Miss Pearl

Silas's expression turned somber. "Why?"

"Okay, it's getting late. You should go. I'm really fine so you don't need to worry." Pearl gently pushed him, signaling that it was time for him to go. She was determined to maintain some distance.

Silas didn't want to force her, knowing that pursuing someone required patience. He bid her goodbye with a hint of sadness and left, taking the medicine with him.

As he walked past a trash can on the street, he tossed the bag inside, finding it to be a rather lame gesture.

That night, Pearl had a disturbing dream. She dreamt of Silas, his hands around her neck, his eyes bloodshot, and his body tense, attempting to harm her. In her dream, she was even forced into a marriage she didn't want.

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garage, a piece of toast in her mouth, and was surprised to find Silas there, looking unusually neat and

bodyguard is here to escort you to

now did little to improve

Silas replied with a playful tone. He then turned stylishly

random techniques you pick up from who-knows-where on me," Pearl retorted, noticing his flirtatious actions

maintained his bright smile. "Oh, did you catch

work, hadn't had a chance to check the news yet,

are your thoughts on it?"

country, and people appear to be happy. What's wrong with it?" Pearl

you admit it

something was off.