Chapter 41

I discovered that since returning, I have become sluggish; I often absent-mindedly fall asleep no matter where I am. The most embarrassing thing was when I was sitting on Elias's lap in the study room. While he was busy working, I fell asleep. He still had to carry me to my room when it was over.

I woke up today, and Elias left the house early. Recently, military training has been very stressful; he often leaves very early and comes back late at night, and by that time, I am already sound asleep. It's been over a week, I haven't seen him, I miss him so much.

I sighed, still engrossed in my thoughts, when suddenly, in front of the yard, appeared a white sports car. I was still curious about who it was when a girl got out of the vehicle. She wore an athletic tracksuit, and her hair was tied up, perfectly matching the car behind her.

Due to being shaded by the sun, I couldn't see her face clearly, but when she got closer, I realized it was Aliyah. I don't hate her, but I wouldn't say I l