Chapter 594 The Ruins of Varnak

• Portia and Sebastian found themselves thinking back to that unforgettable day. The memory hung awkwardly between them, especially for Portia. To her, it was deeply embarrassing. She remembered every detail of her loss of composure, and the more she thought about it, the more she wished she could erase the whole thing from her mind.
• "Mr. Sebastian," Portia began, her voice calm but edged with curiosity, "I've always wondered—why didn't you take advantage of me that day? Given the situation, I wouldn't have blamed you." She had returned to her usual cool and composed demeanor. Only by doing so could she keep her racing heart under control. Any sign of vulnerability in front of Sebastian would only make things worse.
• Sebastian hadn't expected her to bring that up.