Chapter 8

He came looking for me, and I wasn't surprised.

No doubt, he came to ask me to clear things up.

This was his hard-earned career and achievements, how could he easily let go?

The moment I opened the door, he threw himself into my arms, hugging me so tightly he seemed to want to press me into his body.

"Why didn't you tell me... Why didn't you tell me sooner..."

He kept calling my name over and over.

Apologizing over and over.

I didn't push him away, but I didn't speak either.

After a long while, he let go of me, his voice trembling: "Aria, why aren't you saying anything..."

I mimicked his old tone and said: "If you want me to speak, you'll have to pay."

Those words instantly stung Fintan's heart. He released me, took my crutch, and led me into the house by the hand.

He poured a cup of hot water, placed it in front of me, and tried to keep his voice calm: "Aria, can we talk properly?"