Chapter 149

The temperature had dropped outside, and the night was cold. A thin layer of chill clung to the folds of Sebastian's coat.

Elara's gentle gesture eased some of the gloom weighing on Sebastian, but he still slowly pushed her away.

"It's late. You should go rest."

"Sebastian… are you mad at me?" Elara asked, a trace of surprise in her voice. Seeing him start to walk away, she reached out and held hi