Chapter 388
Author: Dragon Sly
last update2024-07-02 19:22:37

Cordelia's smile faded completely, replaced by confusion and sadness. "What do you mean? You're leaving me? To go where exactly?"

"It's something I have to take care of," Benjamin said gently. "You need to return to the mansion, and I'll be away for a few days. When I'm done, I'll come back."

Cordelia's eyes filled with tears. "Why can't I come with you? Why do you have to do this alone? Is it dangerous? What if something happens to you? I don't want to be apart from you, Benjamin. How can you ask me to just go back to the mansion and wait?”

Benjamin sighed, feeling the weight of her emotions. "I promise I'll be safe. This is something I need to handle on my own. I need you to trust me and stay safe at the mansion. I love you too much to put you in any danger."

Cordelia shook her head, tears streaming down her face. "I don't want to be away from you. Please, let me stay with you."

Benjamin held her tightly, trying to comfort her. "I know it's hard, but I need you to trust me on this.
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