We were meant to be, but not forever.
The words rang in Lina's head when she found Mila sobbing in a blacked out room. At that time, Lina didn't know what Mila meant. Now, as Kaden offered her a choice to leave and stay, Lina knew what Mila implied.
Stay and let it be known who you've associated yourself with.
Leave and never see him again, for their worlds could never collide.
So many profound thoughts went through Lina's head. She wanted to apologize for not being straightforward, for not revealing the precariousness of their situation. If she took a seat, Kaden's fate would be sealed.
The entirety of the eastern city would be talking about this. Her Grandpa would hear of it. Her Papa would forbid it. Kaden would go through a hell worse than the one he witnessed on the battlefield.
So, Lina offered him a pained smile.
"Farewell, Commander."
Kaden's face turned cold.
