Chapter 08

“The Mayor didn’t invite you to this party Ash yet you came.” Ariel muttered as I joined her on our table. I was brewing with so much anger but I could only smile through it. Eyes were on me, especially Leon. He was the one I was a bit terrified of. I have to give it to him, he was the smartest amongst us. And now that I’ve confirmed that he was on good terms with the mayor, it meant more trouble for me.

“Why did you come here Ash?”

“To celebrate with the mayor of course! What else do they do at birthday parties,” I smiled superficially.

“What happened between you and the mayor? I thought the two of you were on good terms.”

I glared at the two of them, standing side by side with each other.

“He tried to kill me.” I blurted.

“What?! Why would he do that?”

“You can go ahead and ask him. I’ll be more than glad to get an answer.”

“Ash,” she held my left palm on the table. “I know you’re here for revenge but—“

“I already told you love,” I held her chin gently. “We’re only here to ce