Julian’s footsteps were heard in the apartment hallway, but Athena could detect the disappointment that trembled in every step. Her breath was quick, either from shock or from the guilt that suddenly appeared in her heart.
“J-Julian… wait…” Athena followed him, but Julian didn’t stop.
Zara stared at them both from behind, still holding the melted ice cream in her hand. “Athena… he—”
“I know,” Athena said quickly, before running after Julian.
As soon as the elevator doors opened, Julian turned around. His face was cold. Far different from Julian, who always looked at her warmly.
“So it’s true,” he said softly. “You with him?”
Athena shook her head quickly. “No! It’s not like that. Xavier just… I also don’t understand why he suddenly came, and—”
“And kissed you in front of Zara? He ea
