CHAPTER 150

AVA:

"I'm sorry if this was not what you expected from me, but I feel that time and experience have taught me that forgiving someone and letting go serves as the greatest form of revenge and self-care," I said to Leo once we were inside the room.

We were just getting out of the shower. Leo had the towel draped around his waist. While I was already done with drying myself and trying to dry my hair.

After I forgave Damien, Leo hadn't said a word about it to me. I was getting worried by the day. I wanted to know how he felt and what he thought about my actions. It all mattered to me.

"It's fine. Everything that has happened is all for the best. I'm only worried because I think they might use your kindness against you. And I only thought you should protect yourself from harm. They didn't look truly repentant."

I went closer to Leo and laid my head on his chest.

"That's why I always have you by my side. You are my protector. You'll take care of me."

"...huh? But sweetie, what if I want to