Chapter 79
VANESSA
I woke up to a bright morning, birds chirping in the sky, the sun casting its warm orange hue on the horizon, sneaking its way into my room— But my heart was shrouded in darkness.
Last night's incident swirled in my mind like a vortex, each word creating a fresh wound in my heart.
*Who would genuinely care for a rogue slave? She means nothing, maybe a time pass, but nothing more.*
Kyan's words echoed in my thoughts, a constant reminder of my foolishness. Tears streamed down my face as I clutched my pillow, my heart swelling with sadness.
Kyan broke my heart, but it wasn't his fault. I was the one who had let my desires cloud my judgement, who had mistaken kindness for love. I should have stayed in my lane, not tried to cross into forbidden territory.
Who am I t
