Chapter 35 Betrayed By Appearances

• Naomi's POV
• Even though the gallery opening went well, I didn't enjoy it. The soft click of the doors locking echoed in the quiet night as I locked it serving as a reminder of how far I had come and how far I still had to go. Elijah's words echoed softly in my ears while my mind raced with uncertainty. He had advised me to fully let go of the past if I wanted to prosper, but I can't get rid of the memories of the past.
• I was jolted out of my reverie by the deep rumbling of a familiar voice.