WantNovelChapter 398
"No, I'm not talking. | don't need to, and | don't want to."
Vespera's rejection was firm and decisive.
She shoved against Dominic's tall frand stood up from her seat. "I need to use the restroom. Please move."
Dominic didn't budge, his body angled sideways.
He leaned against the table with one hand, his other resting casually on the back of her chair.
His gaze darkened with frustration, lingering on her for a long moment. "Fine. If you won't talk, then I'll speak.
You just listen."
"Mr. Reid, | really need to pee—right now!" Vespera snapped, shoving him again.
But before she could pull away, Dominic swiftly grabbed her hand and stood up beside her. "Then let's go. I'll
walk you there."
"It's fine. There are no monsters in the bathroom. | don't need an escort," she said sharply, trying to free her
hand.
Dominic's grip tightened, his voice hoarse. "Monsters or not, I'll be there. Always."
Vespera's face remained impassive.
Although she hadn't felt anger the night before, a smoldering resentment began to stir within her.
"Who said anything about a future with you?" she thought. "We never had one, and now even the illusion is
gone."
"Mr. Reid," she said, "If you're really that bored, then fine. Go ahead. Enjoy your moment."
With that, Vespera brushed past him and headed toward the restroom.
Dominic's hand lingered on hers, his grip unyielding as he followed closely behind.
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He finally released her only when they reached the door.
As Vespera turned to close it, she cast him a cold, pointed look.
Without saying another word, she closed the door and locked it.
She sat on the toilet for half an hour.
Finally, she couldn't stand it anymore.
When she opened the door, Dominic was still standing there.
As she looked closer, she noticed the dark circles beneath his eyes. The crease between his brows deepened,
revealing just how drained he truly was
How pathetic.
The idea of feeling sorry for him felt like a mistake she'd regret forever.
Without a word, she pushed past him.
"Vera," Dominic called out, his hand closing around her wrist, his presence warm and close behind her.
"Do you need anything? A drink, maybe something to eat?" he asked softly.
Vespera let out a weary sigh.
Did he really have to keep pushing? Was he planning to cling to her until she finally caved?
She turned to face him. "I've got nothing else to do. If there's something you need to say, Mr. Reid, just say it. I'll
listen."
They returned to the rear of the cabin together.
Vespera deliberately chose the seat directly across from him—putting a clear line of distance between them.
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Vespera decided not to push him any further.
Her refusal to talk wasn't driven by bitterness or .
It wasn't as if his failure to respond or call had left her feeling deeply betrayed.
She had endured far worse emotional turmoil in her life.
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As Vespera's mind wandered, Dominic's voice finally broke the silence. "...Last night was my fault."
"It's fine, you don't have to blyourself. | managed to get out. | can handle it," Vespera replied nonchalantly,
gathering her thoughts.
"| realized Mrs. Dawson was a member of the Lumena Order. When | went to the estate, | didn't know my mother
would be there. | really did go looking for you."
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"...I heard the message notification, but | didn't realize it was from you. My mom happened to callat that
moment."
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