glimpse into the past

Chapter 38: "A Glimpse into the Past"

The next morning, Ayra decided to explore the estate, hoping to uncover more about Eden's mysterious past. She wandered through the lavish halls, admiring the artwork and ornate furnishings.

As she turned a corner, she noticed a photograph on a nearby table. The picture showed three people: Eden, his brother Adam, and his sister Olivia. They were all smiling, and Ayra's heart went out to them.

Eden appeared beside her, his eyes narrowing as he saw her gazing at the photograph. "What are you doing?" he asked gruffly.

Ayra felt a flush rise to her cheeks as she realized she had been caught staring. "I was just admiring the picture," she replied, trying to sound nonchalant.

Eden's expression turned cold, his voice dripping with disdain. "You have no right to be looking at that. It's none of your business."

Ayra felt a sting from Eden's harsh words, and she looked away, trying to hide her hurt. But Eden's gaze lingered on her, his eyes burning with an inner intensity.