Chapter 348: Paranoid
The room was splendid, with tall windows, bright lights and a table filled with so much food that it was impossible to finish. This was a royal extravagance.
The sweet aroma of various dishes and rich tea waffled through the air. The food was appetising, but suddenly, the meal became unappetizing.
"Why? Let me guess it’s another plan of yours to make your next escape plan succeed." Cedric sneered; Abrielle’s throat went dry, her head thinking of explanations to use.
"I need to be able to defend myself, Cedric. Is it not better for you to help me than for me to go behind your back to do something crazy?" She replied, Cedric’s jaw clenched. His gold eyes bore into her. She nervously gulped maybe she should not have sounded that way. Her tone was provocative.
A dry chuckle left his throat and he reached out for a cup of water. "You won’t even get the chance Abrielle."
"There is no need to have this reaction. I have apologized multiple times, and I have also realized my mistake, Cedric. The world is big and dangerous for a clueless girl but I deserve to be able to stand up for myself." The words kept on leaving her lips; she hated the way things were, and yet she felt so helpless.
The Von Drakkar family was dangerous whether the plot was involved or not, and now they weren’t controlled by the plot anymore. What were the chances of her surviving?
Abrielle knew she wasn’t the smartest, unlike Cedric and Lucian, who were naturally smart to navigate this world of lies. The truth was that staying with him still wasn’t the safest choice.
"You will be safe as long as you stay close to Evelyn or me. You won’t be able to withstand the training." He said, his paranoia was affecting his reasoning. He was belittling her; did he have the slightest idea what she went through at death’s bite hand?