The halls echoed with thunder as Adrian approached Evelyn’s chambers, his heart weighed down. Rain lashed against the windows, and shadows flickered from dancing candlelight in the corridor. He stopped in front of the door, took a breath, and knocked once before entering.
Evelyn stood by the tall arched window, arms crossed tightly, watching the rain streak down the glass. She didn’t turn.
“You should rest " she said coldly.
“I will. After we talk"
“We already did"
“No, you walked away before I could fix what I broke" He stepped closer. “Evelyn, please…”
Her silence stung.
Adrian’s voice wavered. “You always take everything so serious. One word, one slip, and suddenly I’m the villain again"
She spun around. “Because every slip tells a story, Adrian! And I’m tired of pretending it d
