Chapter 20. Peace Offering

Leila heaved a deep sigh as she walked towards her kitchen. After what happened, she decided to go back to her old house. It might be a bad decision to make, but she was truly hurt by Hunter’s words.

However, the mere fact that she saw the broken glasses, windows, and other things inside her house made her shake in fear. But she didn’t want to be a burden – more of one to him – so she must go back.

So, she told Myrtle about going back to her grandparents’ house. She was hesitant at first, but Hector agreed with her decision – more of a good riddance, perhaps. She didn’t want to think about it. She must start cleaning her house, and that will eventually occupy her mind. Leila, then pouted her lips.

And as her eyes darted towards the huge mansion beside hers, she instantly scoffed while rolling her eyes heavenward. She couldn’t believe what just happened in a snap.

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[Flashback]

“I want to go back…” She calmly stated as she gave Myrtle a small