Chapter # 57

“I will call Henley.” I said, taking out my phone but his grip tightened.

“No! I won’t go. You know darkness scares me.” He mumbled.

“Okay, wait here, I will be back.” I told him, nodding, he clanged more.

Before I could do or say something she came out and I cannot let this chance slip out of my grasp.

“Hello.” I called her.

“Yes?”

‘And this yes was enough to captivate my heart.’

“What’s your name, Miss?” I asked politely, intrigued knowing Christian is still lingering on my arm.

“Why do you even want to know?” She narrowed her eyes at me in annoyance.

“Nothing just..” I trailed off nervously, scratching the back of my neck. She was about to leave but I called her again.

“Please. I just want to know your name.” I almost pleaded with her. She stopped in her tracks and turned to me.

She sighed and shook her head, “I know you will not leave me unless you know it… Candice.. My name is Candice Whale.” She frowned.

“I’m-” Before I could speak she rolled her eyes.

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