Chapter 107

Ashley felt deeply wronged. Why had Nathan left without a word? Why had he broken up with her? And why was he still showing concern when he had already walked away? Tears streamed down her face. Nathan stood in the shadows with only half his face illuminated by the light. After a long while, he murmured, "I'm sorry." … The blonde-haired man averted his gaze and sighed. "Sometimes, I don't understand you humans." Why did they say things they didn't mean? Disappointment was all he had come to expect from them. On rare occasions, someone would make him believe that humans were worth trusting—but those were also the ones who evoked his pity and regret the most. Elara inquired, "What did you just see behind me?" "A lost soul," he replied. "One who's filled with sorrow." His voice remained steady as he explained, "This is a spirit world." A chill went down Elara's spine. "Is this a made-up world?" "No. It exists alongside yours. Here, people may encounter those they once l