Chapter 056
Niklas' POV
It was hushed on the drive back to Munich.
Emilia sat next to me with her arms folded and her gaze focused on the raindrops streaming down the window as if they were trying to communicate something. Every time her knee touched mine, I tightened my hold on the wheel, not because I was angry with her, but rather because I was angry at everything. I'm upset with my dad. I was furious about what I had to do next. I'm angry at the part of me that, despite everything, still desired his approval.
The streets passed in a blur. Everything appeared worn out and washed out. It reminded me of myself, in a way.
"Are you certain you want to do this?" Her voice broke the silence like thin glass.
I took a while to respond. Just keep your eyes on the road. The illumination. I
