Chapter 27

The time I passed slowly until the sun went out. I was still standing motionless in the same place. At the feet are hand-burned crimson carpets, and the four sides are delicately carved, luxurious and cold walls.

Suddenly my head hit a hard chest; I saw Vincent's black eyes. "What time did I tell you to come back?"

His calm voice fell into my ears, awakening my soul.

I suddenly froze, blinked at the familiar face before me, then lowered my head and whispered. "I'm sorry."

Vincent's eyes didn't leave me; his sharp black eyes made me shiver. The time I spent with Vincent wasn't long, but it was enough for me to understand his angry expression. Now he was like a beast, and I was a prey.

"Did you just say sorry? After all, where did you go wrong?" Vincent's voice was low, his pupils a glint of gloom.

My heart was beating fast, and my palms were sweaty, which is a common occurrence for me when I'm stressed.

"I know I'm late, I…" I crumpled my shirt, trying to stay calm, but the man's breat