46. Unexpected Twist

AURELIA

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Raiden was losing his shit.

Somehow, I could sense every bit of his emotion before he walked out of the hall. An unmissable tight knot was in my chest as he stormed off. I hated that feeling, but it grew stronger by the second even though I was surrounded by happy people.

In fact, I saw some of Raiden’s pack members cheering Tristan and me on as we were called to dance. Apparently, Larisa included a Couple Dance in the plans.

“I wonder why she’s being all nice and pretentious,” Inara stated into my mind while Tristan and I danced.

I sneaked a peep at Larisa and found her grinning from ear to ear. “She’s suspicious. The entire arrangement is but we will be leaving tomorrow. I’m not worried about her–”

“But you’re worried about the asshole that broke your without thinking twice.” Inara chimed, reminding me of the knot in my chest.

“Why would I be worried about it?” I blurted, holding on to Tristan whose hands were gently guiding my movements. “What I feel is guilt, Ina.