Nara
I get up and prepare myself, spritzing on some perfume before leaving the room. My heart races when the first person I see is my father, standing casually with his hands in his pockets.
"Papa..."
"You've been away too long, so I came to find you. Are you alright, Princess?"
"Yes, I just need some time alone," I fib, forcing a smile. Father opens his arm, and I put mine in.
We walk down to the party, guilt eating away at me. I was tempted to go with Kian, betraying my father and my family. I wonder if Kian and his friends left safely. I need to talk to Asher and get an explanation.
"Thank you," he suddenly says. I lift my gaze.
"What?"
"Thank you for choosing to stay here with your Papa." My heart stops, and I feel a wave of dread. He knows, nothing escapes him. Ever.
"Papa,
