Chapter 102

Sebastian braces himself for whatever Ronald is about to say next.

"Don't break Fathia's heart. You've already failed to protect it. We're lucky that God has been very kind to us. Returning Fathia to us at the right time." There's a brief pause before Ronald speaks again. "Moreover, fifteen years isn't a small gap. That distance is real, Sebastian. Can you face the distance that exists? Think, Sebastian. Think."

Until Ronald's figure disappears from his view as he bids goodbye, those words echo perfectly in Sebastian's mind. Two Claras. Two people who've told him he failed. A fleeting thought of the failure that occurred makes him massage his temples in frustration.

Ronald is right. Clara's words earlier today are in agreement.

He failed.

Stupidly, he forced himself.

"Gettin' hitched to me. Fathia will be safe 'cause almost everything's come to light, right?