Under the Veil I Rule (Amara) novel Chapter 944

She had completely severed ties with him. She had no business entertaining such thoughts.

Amara quickly reined in her wandering mind, forcing herself to snap back to reality.

She didn't resist his guidance, allowing him to lead her down the adjacent hallway.

While she was still sick with worry over Keith, Finnian was right. Staying in the same space as Edith and Nathan would only cause a scene, so it was better to wait slightly out of sight.

They sat down on a bench in the quiet corridor. Amara clasped her hands together, her fingers twisting into a white-knuckled knot.

Her face remained remarkably composed, but her restless hands completely betrayed her escalating panic.

Watching her, Finnian felt a dark cloud settle over his own mood. He never could have anticipated a disaster like this.

Someone had been lurking in the shadows, actively plotting to hurt Amara, and they had nearly succeeded.

If Keith hadn't intervened at the very last second, her face would likely have been destroyed all over again.

Just imagining that horrific outcome made his chest tight with dread.

Then, the reality of Keith playing the hero crossed his mind, and the crease between his brows deepened.

He raised an arm, wanting nothing more than to pull her against his side, but just before he made contact, he remembered she probably wouldn't welcome the embrace. Fighting the urge, he slowly lowered his hand.

Instead, he offered a soft reassurance. "Amara, try to relax. He's going to be fine."

"I heard the burns are only on his neck. His face and the rest of his body are fine, and the scarring can be treated. Don't let the guilt eat you alive."

Amara gave a small nod, staying silent.

It sounded simple enough in theory, but she couldn't just switch off her anxiety. Keith was one of her best friends. How could she not be terrified for him?

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