Chapter 391: Cruel Girl
Truth be told, Kaiden was very surprised to hear Tessa’s request. If Vaelira were to try something against him, he had her blessing to even kill the most promising prospect of her guild... That was not something he expected the woman to utter, especially because up until now, she was rather protective of Vaelira. At least, in a sense that she refused to anger the blonde woman by being strict.
However, evidently, the times were changing.
Tessa made her decision.
She valued being on good terms with Runewoven and Valhalla’s Sinners more than retaining her guild’s single A-tier prospect.
The woman’s image instantly rose in his eyes. Kaiden had a very strong feeling that she had made the right decision. Now, all he had to do was ensure that was indeed the case.
But as he got out of the vehicle and laid his eyes on the Arcane Puppeteer, memories of their past slashed through his mind.
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Years ago, in high school.
Kaiden remembered the quiet of that afternoon, the birds chirping and crickets going wild when he finally found Vaelira alone and asked the girl to follow him behind the gym.
His palms had been slick with sweat, his heart was hammering, and the words trembled when they came. But he wanted to push through his discomfort, thinking it was best to shoot his shot rather than watch from the sidelines before another man snatches up the girl he fancied. He just wanted to say it.
"Vaelira, I think you’re amazing. Not just because you’re beautiful, but because you’re kind and fun to be around. I’d really like to spend more time with you. Maybe... would you want to grab a meal this weekend?"
For a moment, she had only blinked at him. A pause came, accompanied by a smile. It was tender, kind. Then she tilted her head and, in a soft voice, said, "Please give me some time."