147. Couldn't Say No

April’s POV

I watched with glee as Azura chased the string with the feather tied to the end. I had neglected her so much as home so I was determined to make it up to her.

She meowed happily and kicked her paws in the air while I drowned in how cute she looked.

Suddenly, I felt the hairs on my neck stand on end, and I stopped moving the feather, much to Azura's annoyance. I could feel someone behind me glaring at me. I was scared to turn around, but I couldn't help it.

I turned and saw Conrad standing behind me. His blue eyes seemed to reflect the sun, and I could tell his body was tense. I wanted to look away, to act like I hadn't seen him, and to keep playing with my cat, but I couldn't. I was stuck with my eyes on him.

My horror increased when he started to walk towards me.

What was I going to do? Should I stand up? Should I remain the way I am?

My mind was screaming at me that he was getting closer.

Finally, I sprung to my feet and saw him right in front of me. I was slightly start