Chapter 31: Family Secrets

Despite the promises Kara had made to Eerik, she was at a loss on how to fulfill them. Nevertheless, her determination to keep Acheron away from the people she loved burned within her. She had believed Eerik shared the same desire, but the sight of Acheron roaming the castle halls every passing day stirred an intense anger within her.

This was something she couldn't comprehend. How could Eerik's mindset change so drastically in just a few hours?

The memory of their confrontation continued to haunt her. They had engaged in arguments before, yet she had never felt visibly threatened.

In the past, he had ignited fury within her, and she had always despised how, despite their quarrels, she still harbored feelings for him.

However, after their last clash, Kara had purposefully avoided Eerik, despite her earlier commitments. She genuinely intended to protect him and find a way to rid themselves of Acheron, for the sake of her family and the kingdom. But how?