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CHAPTER 86

Author: Babzie
last update Last Updated: 2024-07-08 22:05:13

--Alyssa--

"Can we leave now?" I said through the mindlink the moment I entered the room. I didn't want to stay here any longer than I already had.

"So soon?" Dad's voice sounded in my mind. I forced a smile, but it didn’t reach my eyes.

"I have something to discuss with the King here. Why don’t you go ahead, and I'll come back later," he added. I nodded, relief flooding through me as I quickly exited the dining room. Xavier's concerned gaze followed me, and I sensed his worry through the mindlink.

"What’s wrong?" he asked.

"I'm suddenly not feeling well," I lied, my voice sounding strained even in my mind. I hurried to the car we arrived in and sank into the seat. Moments later, Grandma joined me, her presence a comforting balm. She reached over, smoothing my hair back gently.

The driver started the car, the engine’s hum a welcome distraction.

"What happened?" Grandma asked through the mindlink, her voice soft and full of concern.

"I saw my mom," I replied, my voice trembling. Tears
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