Chapter 83

Nora's POV

My heart leapt out of my chest immediately I heard what he said. I stood frozen and observed part of his face even though the rest was masked. I couldn't see his face entirely, but I swear everything he said didn't sound like a joke. It seemed like he would really do what he said if I leave. Which brings the questions: Should I change my mind because of him? And should I pause and wait around until either his father or my step-brother comes to claim my head. I could do both of that. But what will he make of it if I do so? He'd probably think I like him to the extent of caring about his life and decisions he makes—which might make him proud in the long run.

But as I looked straight in his eyes, I didn't see anything that spelt untruthfulness or insincerity. I felt like I could trust his words that there's always a light at the end of every dark tunnel. I felt like I could lose myself in his arms while patiently waiting for anything that becomes of me. Could he really pro