Her mind drifted as she worried about the future. Before, it had been just about her, but now, with him by her side, things had changed.
Now that she had bound him to her, he shared her fate. If she died, he would die too.
'After that attack, I'm sure more people will come looking for me'
There were dangers hiding in the shadows—things she could not escape.
Just as she was lost in contemplation, the waitress entered, carrying a tray filled with the food they had ordered.
They carefully placed the dishes on the table, one by one, each plate glistening under the soft light.
The waitstaff moved quietly, placing the last dish on the table before stepping back and giving a polite nod as they left.
Asher's eyes widened, taking in the spread of food that looked too fancy to be real. He wasn't used to meals like this, and he felt out of place.
"Don't worry. These aren't that expensive," she reassured him.
