Chapter 17

Aurora didn't know why Taylor had brought her to this garden now. A familiar voice called from the house—it was Danica. Moments later, the butler led Danica to the garden. Her expression became sullen the moment she saw Aurora with Taylor. "What is she doing here?" Aurora gave a small shrug. "Believe me, being here to annoy you wasn't my choice." She smiled, but it was icy and detached. Danica understood the dig and turned to Taylor. She questioned in displeasure, "Taylor, why would you bring her back to your home, let alone to our special garden?" As Aurora had expected, Taylor had prepared this garden for Danica. For a moment, Taylor's expression was devoid of the warmth he usually reserved for Danica. There was only a glimmer of resentment. "But have you once cared about me? Do you even remember this garden?" Years ago, they'd shared a promise as children, and he'd mentioned the secret code to her the last time she returned. However, Danica hadn't remembered a thing. Danic