Innocence

What the hell is he doing here?

And what in the world is going on here?

I looked at Gabriel confusedly. I thought we're on the same page — that we're the same. I thought he loathed the nobility so much that he would die in sight of one. Guess that I am over exaggerating things. Looking at him now, he doesn't look disgusted even one bit.

“You were shot,” Gabriel declared. I brushed my eyes and looked at his irritated face. “And you didnʼt even tell anyone.” He sighed as he walked nearer to my bed. “What should I do with your stubbornness? I might die of a heart attack because of your recklessness, Ran.”

For him to whisper my name affectionately in front of my contractual partner, I can't help but admire his audacious attitude. But I am well aware that he's digging his own grave right now.

Bryce cleared his throat. “You don't have to do anything, Gab. She's my responsibility,” he declared.

“You locked her up in a cold room, Bryce.” Gabriel grabbed Bryce's collar. “And you dare to s