Chapter 272 What Were You Doing?

• Alas, it seemed that fate had a cruel penchant for favoring Samantha, forever denying her the chance to be with Mr. Dean. Just the thought of it weighed heavily on her heart, leaving her with a profound sense of sorrow.
• Elias cast a concerned glance at his sister, who had become suddenly motionless. He gently placed his hand on her arm and tugged it softly. "Emily, what are you lost in thought about?"
• Emily was jolted from her reverie by her brother's touch. She managed a faint smile and shook her head. "It's nothing, Elias. Didn't you mention you had some business down the hill? You should go ahead. I'll just head back to my room and finish my homework."