Chapter 306. Pink

Chantel Aeden Revia

My gaze is fixed on my shoes rather than his. My breathing is shaky, and I am fidgeting with my hands. I am very nervous, scared like a child.

"Please do not talk to me like that," I say, averting my eyes. I can handle anyone behaving that way, but not him.

"I will not. If you would look at me."

"I can't," I confess, not understanding why tears are collecting in my eyes. It must be stressful.

"Then I am not going to talk." He says this as he starts to walk back into the drawing room. I clutch the fabric of his jacket and stop him, finally meeting his gaze.

His gaze is fierce, yet it appears to ease slightly when he notices my reaction.

"What is happening, Chantel?" he inquires.

I decided to just say, "I am having dinner with Arthur."

He furrows his head. "Outside?" I nod, and he continues. "The dress?" I nod again.

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