Chapter 21 21 Senior Apothecary

• Kevin's POV
• These past two days, I haven't seen Ella at all. Camila mentioned she goes up the mountain to gather herbs at 5:30 in the morning and returns at midnight. I didn't say anything; I knew she was avoiding me. Ever since I exposed Ella's true identity, our relationship has been strained.
• A Cold War can't last too long. I need to change this situation quickly. On the third night, I waited for Ella in the yard, but she didn't show up. Her room's window was dark, indicating she hadn't returned that night. I grew anxious and went to knock on her door.