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Chapter 20

I took a deep breath as I stepped out onto Lucius' private patio. The cool night air brushed against my skin, sending a shiver down my spine. The table was set with a simple elegance that belied the tension simmering just beneath the surface.

Lucius, seated at the head of the table, turned his head slightly as I approached. His unseeing eyes followed the sound of my footsteps, a small smile playing at the corners of his lips.

"Vesta," he greeted, his voice warm. "Thank you for joining me."

"Of course," I replied, forcing a smile. "It’s... nice to have a change of scenery."

He motioned for me to sit. "I thought it would be pleasant to dine out here tonight. The weather is perfect."

I nodded, even though he couldn’t see me. "Yes, it is."

We settled into our meal, the silence between us filled only by the clinking of cutlery and the distant sounds of the forest. I kept my gaze focused on my plate, struggling to tamp down the irritation bubbling inside me.

Lucius broke the silence first.
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