Chapter 267: REWOUND MEMORIES

David pulled Brendah into a tight embrace, his arms wrapping around her trembling form. His voice was a whisper in her ear, heavy with emotion. "We have to leave, Brendah. We can't stay here anymore. I won't let anything happen to you."

Brendah's hands pressed lightly against his chest as she pushed him back, her tear-streaked face now filled with confusion. She stood abruptly, her voice steady but questioning. "Leave? Where? And why?"

David stood as well, running a hand through his messy white hair. He moved to the bed and sat on the edge, patting the empty space beside him. Brendah hesitated for a moment before sitting down, the mattress sinking slightly under their combined weight.

"Why were you crying earlier?" David asked, his tone softer this time.

Brendah turned her head away, her fingers nervously fidgeting with the hem of her dress. "It's nothing. You don't need to worry about it," she mumbled, avoiding his gaze.