*Zara*
My sickness was only intensifying at this point, though I was trying to stay positive and concentrate. It was very difficult, though. Noah had helped me back to my room after I'd nearly passed out following the meeting.
He was tense as he sat next to my bed, his head hanging, exhaustion radiating from him as well. I couldn't help but feel horrible for him, too. I wasn't the only one in this mess.
But, still, in the end, my life was being completely changed now, and I knew it could change even further. I told him, not one to hide my thoughts, “Noah, this is getting too out of control."
He nodded, running his fingers through his black hair, and letting out a sigh. “I know it is. But Zara, your reputation will be ruined more than mine if we stop what we're doing right now."
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