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Chapter 168: Perfect Apartment

LIANA

“I am stuck in a meeting with the elders and a few others,” Zaylen apologized.

Disappointment hit me like a punch to the gut.

I leaned against my car, closing my eyes for a moment to collect myself.

"Oh," I said, trying to keep my voice steady. "Okay, I understand."

And I did understand.

I knew the pressures he faced, the responsibilities that seemed to grow heavier with each passing day.

But understanding didn't make it hurt any less.

I couldn't help but feel a pang of bitterness. It seemed like ever since we started dating, we hadn't had a single day of peace.

Our time together was always cut short by some urgent matter, some unforeseen complication.

"I'll make it up to you, I promise," he added quickly, sensing my dismay.

I couldn't help but think, that's what you said last night too, though.

"Sure," I replied, forcing a smile he couldn't see. "Just... don't work too hard, alright?"

"I won't. Take care, Liana."

"You too," I said softly before ending the call.

As I slid
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