Chapter 76

YSABELLE

Heat rushed through my face at Ronan’s words. With a pounding heart, sweat trickled down my palm as I clasped my hand tightly at the hem of my shirt.

I just became mute and lost for words.

Hearing him asking for my hand at the altar gives me a second thought. It's what I wanted, I needed but… the timing is not right.

“Why are you quiet?”

His voice quivered as he intently looked at me in the eyes. I sigh as I see his face. Maybe he was anxious about my silence.

“I-I…” I bit my lower lip as I looked away.

I don't know how to tell him what I feel and what I want to say. It feels strange that I'm happy that he thought of being with me for the rest of our lives. However, I'm still troubled inside.

It feels like something is still not right.

“Are you hesitant?” I immediately gaze at his worried eyes. “I understand. I'm not in a hurry, so take your time.”

I immediately reached for his hand.

“I'm afraid.”

His whole being froze and his eyes wavered for some reason. He then looked