“Time to go, Niece.” Aunt Marie suddenly materialized before them, puncturing through their intimate bubble.
Aria abruptly drew apart from the warmth of Sebastian, as though found doing something she wasn’t supposed to. She could feel his gaze on her as she turned towards Aunt Marie, her brows quirked in question.
Sebastian’s gaze lingered as she turned to face her aunt, his expression unreadable, though a hint of amusement played at the corner of his lips. Aria felt a wave of heat rush to her cheeks, flustered by how swiftly Aunt Marie had shattered the moment. It was as if the world had resumed its normal course, pulling her back from the edge of something she couldn’t quite define.
Aunt Marie’s eyes flicked to Sebastian, her gaze sharp, before settling back on Aria. "It’s getting lat
