Chapter 22: UNSPOKEN PACTS

Edeline I looked down at his shoes, my voice trembling. “I just wanted you to enjoy your party before you found out,” I said, crying. My heart felt shattered, the broken pieces digging deeper into me. I wanted to escape, as if I didn’t belong here. We embraced tightly, finding solace in each other’s arms. Nixx placed a gentle kiss on my hair, his voice a soft rumble as he tried to comfort me. “So, what’s the plan?” His breath tickled my ear as he whispered, making sure no one else caught wind of our conversation. I leaned in, drawing in a deep breath of his familiar scent. It wrapped around me like a comforting blanket. “Just let it be. It’s not his fault. He didn’t know her anger was about to explode. He couldn’t sense it. I’m not sure what’s going to happen... But for now, let’s hold off on taking any action, okay?” My voice was weak, barely above a whisper. I felt drained, my energy ebbing away. “Alright, Edeline. Just tell me what you want, and we can handle it. I’ve got your back,