Chapter 16 - Chapter 16 - First Encounter

The next day, their families gathered for a formal occasion. Lian was placed in an awkward position in front of Rayan, and every glance between them was charged with mystery and tension. His father noticed her nervousness and said, "Be careful, Lian… everything has a price." At the same time, Rayan sensed that this encounter was no coincidence, that someone was watching them and wanted to fuel discord between them. Their hearts spoke silently, but their eyes were sincere, causing everyone around them to notice a spark of conflicting feelings that no one had ever seen before.