|Mirrielle Elizabeth Rivantroz|
“Mirrielle. Sir Matias is here to greet you,” Uncle Faro immediately informed after the loud applause from the guests. I lifted the hem of my gown and walked toward him.
I just had done giving a short speech about my gratitude to every guest who had attended the party. A second hasn’t passed and Uncle Faro quickly approached me and told me those words.
The sudden tension and uneasiness washed over me. I swallowed hard and looked straight into Uncle Faro’s eyes.
“R-Really uncle?” I asked, confirming what he just had said. His forehead creased as he studied my reaction. I know that he’s starting to sense the panic I was feeling once again.
Hellfire.
“Yes, Eli. I’m afraid…I just can’t make an excuse for you not to talk to him. He’s here for you,” he s
