Chapter 28 I'm leaving

• I know it's not a coincidence that he came here because as soon as he walked in, I could see his eyes were searching for something. I just stood there with his gaze on me, and as our glances connected, I knew he was going to try to corrupt my character once more. I couldn't move any of my fingers or other parts of my body. Sweat condensed on my neck and brow till he approached in front of me.
• “I didn't realize your new was my cousin. Look at the fate again,” he said with a smile, hoping no one would suspect him. I need someone to approach me since I won't be able to move if no one assists me. I'm sure he's caught the attention of a few folks.
• “Hi, Mr. Derek! I apologize for not seeing you. I'm doing something,” Kathryn said from behind me as if a thorn had been plucked from my side. She wrapped her arm around my shoulder and glanced at me, and I know she saw my horrified expression. She shifted her gaze between me and Derek.