Chapter 28. Sunflower

LUCIUS' POV

It has been a hell of a week for me. Ever since Maia said that she wanted space, I have buried myself with paper works. I didn't even remember the last time I slept or if I even did. All I knew was that I had to keep myself busy so that I wouldn't overthink what Maia said.

'I swear, if she rejects us, I'm going to block you for the rest of your life. Even if your life's on the line, I wouldn't shift so that you can fight. I will let you die in vain. Mark my words.'

Those were the last words that Lucian told me before he blocked me a week ago.

"Are you just going to lock yourself in your office? When was the last time you even took a shower, huh?" Neal asked, disturbing my peace once again.

"If you have nothing better to do, go train the warriors or something. Stop bothering me, Neal. Or better yet, go clean the dungeons." I said, annoyed.

"I don't care whatever you say, but it is my job to keep you in check and support you. Now, I