The reason I had been able to run the factory my parents left me so successfully was also thanks to his considerable help. I remembered the nights we spent planning, his patient voice as he broke down financial strategies for me and the way he reassured me when I doubted myself. Honestly, I was quite grateful to him. At one point, I genuinely believed he was my destined soulmate.
But now, looking back, I realize how pathetically naive I was...
More people had gathered, their murmurs filling the air like buzzing insects. Some of them, upon hearing what Evelyn and Lucia were saying, began to chime in, their voices dripping with blame and disdain.
"It's simply too dangerous," I said, my tone even. I crossed my arms, turning slightly away from Evelyn's gaze. "If I go in there, I'll die."
The words were barely out of my mouth when Evelyn erupted, "Did you hear that? Did you hear what she just said? Is she even human?"