And honestly… I didn’t want to end things like this — with me running away again.
I walked quickly toward the direction where his car had been parked earlier. The road ahead shimmered slightly in the afternoon light, and I could already see his tall figure near the car, speaking with one of his men.
The moment I saw him about to enter the car, I sped up. My slippers slapped against the pavement as I ran.
With my stupid eyes on top of my head, I failed to notice the small stone on the ground, just a few steps away from Dominic.
My foot caught it.
I stumbled.
“Ah!”
I tripped, falling hard on my knees. Pain shot up my legs, and I winced, trying to steady myself.
A blush rose on my face, burning hot. Embarrassment flooded me.
I kept my head down, not wanting to look up at him. I felt
