Chapter 37

ELSA

My hand kept quivering. I’ve never been in the spotlight before, not at our family dinner. I’ve always been the person who is judged and would dare not talk back, but tonight was different. My mother was the speechless one, and it felt like tonight was all about me.

Kian let go of my hand, and a rush of fresh air hit my palms, bringing me back to reality.

“Elsa, would you like to tell me about this deal you got with the comic company?” Mother turned to me, smoothing her dress. I gulped and nodded. This was the first time my mother paid attention to me. She had never asked anything like that before; she just didn’t care enough to ask.

“Yes, Mom.” I forced a smile, and my eyes met Kian’s. He had a smile I interpreted as ‘you’ve got this, and even if you don’t, I’m here for you.’

“They are the biggest comic company worldwide. I contacted them years ago but just got feedback last week.”

She looked genuinely surprised. “Did they hire you?”

I shook my head negatively. “Not