Chapter 78

Caroline's POV...

It had been four days since I saw Atlas here. He must have been preparing the proofs. The day had arrived, the final opportunity for him to make things right. He must endeavor to restore his integrity. But he will be here soon, right? The sun was sinking low on the horizon, casting long shadows across the landscape. The sky was ablaze with hues of orange and pink, signaling the impending arrival of nightfall. What if he were to fail?

I solemnly avow, the mere contemplation of him or any matter associated with him was anathema to me. However, I found myself unable to resist. My gaze had been longing to catch a glimpse of him. Uncertainty clouded my emotions towards him. Do I truly love him? Yes. Do I hate him? Yes. It's dangerous how some words or incidents can change a whole perception of a person.

The previous time when Alex, his comrade, had advised me to trust my instincts was not wrong at all. However, he was unaware that it required courage, or at the very least,