Chapter 85 Away From Everything

• The next morning, Elara waited patiently as Damian got ready for work. She’d told him she wasn’t feeling well and would stay home to rest today. As he leaned down to kiss her forehead goodbye, guilt twisted in her stomach at the deception.
• “Are you sure you’ll be okay alone?” Damian asked, his dark eyes filled with concern. “I can work from home today if you need me.”
• Elara managed a weak smile, pulling the covers up higher. “No, you go ahead. I just need some sleep. I’ll be fine by the time you get back.”