Chapter 52

I stared lifelessly at the door.

What happened to Mr. Shark and the others? Are they ok?

Did our plan succeed?

My hand moved to the butterfly pendant Isuru gave me. It was the only thing that gave me comfort.

Isuru, please be alive.

My heart was heavy, but my eyes gave no way to tears. I couldn't cry.

I rested my head on the mattress. I suddenly missed my old bed at Aqua Chrysalis.

A significant amount of time must have passed after I fell asleep on the cold mattress. I woke up to the sound of a door unlocking. Had I not been on a boat, I would've taken down the person who opened it and fought my way out.

"Here's your dinner." It was Ms. Cat. She looked like she was trying her best to smile.

I only stared at her.

"I know you hate me, Miss Butterfly. I apologize for my actions. It's the best way for me to protect you from the messy battles at Aqua Chrysalis."

"Kiel... said something similar."

"I see." She looked to the side with a sad expression. "I'm really sorry."