Chapter 31

"You can't see him anymore." "That's not going to happen." Donn was my boss, and it was impossible to cut ties completely. Beyond work, he was also my senior and had helped me a lot since I returned to Jalthoria. "Then promise me you won't fall in love with him. You won't be with him no matter what." Darren was relentless and continued to bargain. "I promise." I dropped Darren off at his doorstep and turned to enter my house. "Mom, I'm back!" I was startled when Darren suddenly peeked his head around the corner, mimicking my call, "Mom—" I frowned and pushed him away a bit too hard, causing him to stumble. I quickly reached out to steady him. "What are you doing?" "What's wrong with me calling my mom?" "Your mom's in Aureiville. If you want to see her, go home and find her!" I pointed at him firmly. "Go back to your house now." His eyes glistened with unshed tears. "Cassie, I'm a patient." "Order takeout." "That's unhealthy." "You won't die." I shoved him