Chapter 175 Their burdens

Aria

"When are you leaving?" Aria asked. she didn't want Erika to say another word about Nadia. Aria's words were so fast and so blunt that she regretted speaking without thinking. this wasn't how she had wanted to talk to Erika about her departure.

"What?" Erika asks confused.

Aria let out a soft breath. her feet walk slowly heading towards the courtyard, the courtyard was meant to be the perfect place for what she wanted to say to Erika, but now the words were out too soon.

"remembered the deal you made with beta Brian," Aria said, looking at Erika from the side of her eyes. Erika was so indifferent about her words that Aria almost thought that she had forgotten about it. but there was recognition in her eyes. "I'm married to Prince Zane just as you wanted. there's no need for you to stay by my side, you are free to go to him." Aria stops and strongly gazes at Erika. let her know that it was okay for her to leave.

"if I knew this was why you wanted to go to the courtyard, I woul