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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and was surprised to find Silas there, looking unusually neat and cheerful

bodyguard is here to escort you to work," he

now did little to improve her mood. "Okay, but I don't want to ride in your

turned stylishly and extended his hand to her. "Miss Gorgeous, would you grace me

up from who-knows-where on me," Pearl retorted, noticing his flirtatious actions and feeling

Silas maintained his bright smile.

had a chance to check the news yet, so she

thoughts on it?" Silas asked, his

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

admit

suddenly realized something was off.