Chapter 103. Tangled Emotions

Red couldn't shake an uneasy feeling when she returned to the cottage, prompted by Ursula’s words. Had Aamon seen her kiss Jonah? What should she tell Aamon—that it was just a thank you?

But if she said that, it would only sound like an excuse, as if she was trying to defend herself.

Red had started to understand Aamon’s character; he wasn’t someone who easily accepted explanations. It would be better for Red to stay quiet until Aamon brought it up. Hopefully, he wouldn’t at all.

“You don’t look happy, Red. What’s wrong?” Fiona asked. “Did Jonah not buy you enough clothes?”

Red gave her an annoyed look. “It’s not that.”

The bedroom door opened, and Aelea showed off her new clothes. “These are nice, right? Red, this one’s for me, okay?”

Fiona glanced at Red’s stepsister. “Someone looks very honestly pleased with their clothes.”

“Well, who wouldn’t be?” Aelea replied, looking at Red. “Is it you, Red? If you don’t like the clothes, I’l