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Chapter 31

Author: Lily Rose
last update Huling Na-update: 2025-11-08 14:24:16

ELARA POV

My gaze catches a glimpse of Mateo staring intently at a spot on the far wall as if he’s trying to solve a complex math problem rather than witness... whatever that was between me and Nero.

I draw in a shaky breath. I couldn’t possibly want that. There is no way in hell. It was just... a reaction to falling. Nothing else.

“I’m fine,” I babble, turning back to Mateo. My voice is breathless, my heart still thudding like a trapped bird. “I was just saying... it's fine. But you can help me if you want.”

“Go back inside, Mateo,” Nero’s voice commands from behind.

“Okay, sir.” Mateo doesn't hesitate, bowing his head again before walking away so fast like he’s running from a fire.

I stare at the shed. At the path. At my own dirt-caked fingers. I look anywhere except at the heavy presence beside me.

I can’t meet his eyes, terrified he’ll see that stupid, traitorous want from a moment ago, clear as day on my face. I have to get him gone.

“I could really use Mateo’s help, though,” I s
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