chapter 13

Catherine pov.

I returned to my chair, frightened of what he might do to me. I avoided looking up at him, holding my cheek in my hands. The air was heavy with tension, and my heart raced as I waited for his next move.

Lux appeared, serving me some food. Despite my efforts to hide it, my hands trembled, and tears streamed down my face. He placed the plate in front of me and said softly, "Here."

My eyes already felt wet, and I looked up, uncertain of how to escape the situation. The room was dimly lit, and the only sound was the clinking of utensils against the plate.

I noticed how Lux fixated on me as we ate in silence. I considered asking him about his life, but I knew it wasn't the right moment. I stood up to clear the remaining food from the plate and realized it was empty.

Lux grabbed my hands and looked up at me just as I reached his side. "What are you doing?" he asked, puzzled. I turned to face him, trying to tidy up the area so I could clean the dishes in the kitchen.

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