Chapter 36

Amelia

I spend the day at Eric’s house, immersed in laughter and enjoying myself. When it’s time to leave, Eric kindly offers to walk me back to the castle, but I politely decline. Instead, I choose to make the journey on my own.

Walking into the castle, I notice Nickolas immediately, his demeanor radiating anger as he strides purposefully towards me. Panic grips me as I realize his fury is directed at me. What could I have possibly done to incur his wrath?

I’m still reeling from my recent injuries, and the last thing I need is for him to unleash his temper on me. He grabs my arms forcefully, backing me against the nearest wall. His body trembles with pent-up rage as he looms over me.

“Where the fuck were you?” he demands, his words laced with fury.

I’m taken aback by the intensity of his anger, my mind racing to come up with a plausible explanation for his sudden outburst.

“Huh,” I say, utterly shocked by his question. I had braced mysel