Chapter 1933

Morpheus held Persephone's small hand tightly all the way. The evening breeze carried a hint of moisture, shrouding her mind like a mist. Upon returning home, Morpheus dove straight into the kitchen. Persephone peeked, catching sight of his broad back and busy demeanor. A wave of complexity washed over her. She had cooled down by now, and the sequence of events threaded together like beads in her mind. Someone aimed to harm her, plotting her demise, with even those privy to her whereabouts beforehand tampering with the ship... And how could this person, unless intimately familiar with her, know so much? Persephone's heart skipped a beat. Suddenly, a fog clouded her vision, making it hard to discern her surroundings. "Here, try this." Morpheus emerged from the kitchen in no time, presenting a small bowl of rose jelly. The jelly, sprinkled with raisins and crushed peanuts, revealed beautiful rose petals beneath its crystal-clear surface. She was surprised, meeting his gaze. "I ha