Chapter 218

But what was it that I used to say? Elijah clenched the charm tightly, a flash of pain in his eyes. … "Elijah, I know I can't do much to help you. But keep this charm, okay? They say the spiritual coach who blessed it is incredibly wise. A charm like this shouldn't be thrown away. "Elijah, I don't wish for you to be wealthy or powerful. All I want is for you to stay safe, that's all." He could still picture me holding the charm, my smile so bright and innocent, as if the world were simple and pure. … The charm dug into his palm, and he opened his hand only to close it again, clenching the symbol of my unwavering devotion. Jocelyn, who had been rambling on, finally noticed his silence. She glanced at the charm in his hand and scoffed. "What is that? It looks so tacky." She reached out, trying to take it, but Elijah slipped it into his suit pocket without a second thought. Sensing his resistance, Jocelyn's expression turned cold. "Did she give that to you?" Elijah started the