Chapter 54

“Are you sure you want to hear everything?”

“Yes, go on and tell me everything.”

“Well, the truth is that Emma is my student and she has been my student from a very long time. She prefers to remain hidden and keep her secrets. I had thought it was weird from the beginning but I think I understand that she just wants her space.”

Adriel's eyes widened, his mind reeling with the revelation. "A very long time? How long are we talking about, Mason?"

Mason hesitated, choosing his words carefully. "Let's just say that Emma was my student before she even met you, Mr. Adriel. She was a talented young woman, and I saw great potential in her. We...we grew close over the years."

Adriel's grip on his chair tightened, his knuckles white with tension. "How close?"

Mason's expression turned cautious, his eyes darting around the room before focusing on Adriel. "I think you know what I'm saying, Mr. Adriel. Emma and I...we have a history. A long one."

The air seemed to thicken, heavy with unspoken secr