Chapter 52

Ameira’s POV

I felt as though cold water had been poured over me, completely catching me off guard with Mateo’s unexpected words. Was he joking or simply toying with my emotions? I couldn’t decipher his intentions, and confusion mingled with frustration within me. It seemed like trouble had an uncanny way of finding its path into my life, leaving me to wonder if I had done something wrong in a past life to deserve such a tumultuous existence. All I longed for was a peaceful and stable life, but chaos seemed to be an unwelcome companion.

“W-what? Wh-why are you telling me this now?” I asked him, my brow furrowing and frustration lacing my voice. If only I had known beforehand that the party would extend over two days, I would have never agreed to go. I had imagined it to be a simple gathering at his house, unaware of the precarious situation I was stepping into.

“I thought I told you... but maybe I didn’t. I’ve been so caught up with work this whole week that I migh