Chapter 178

NylaI stood there, frozen, as Ezekiel stepped closer. My heart was still racing from the shock of seeing him again so soon. I had just run after him like a fool, and now he was standing right in front of me, breathing a little fast like he had run back too.“What is going on?” I asked, my voice barely above a whisper. “Why are you here?”He didn’t answer with words. Instead, he reached into his pocket and brought out a small, delicate necklace. The chain caught the afternoon light, sparkling softly. He moved closer, gently lifting it toward myork.shedI stood completely still, too stunned to move, as he fastened the clasp behind my neck. His finge against my skin for a brief second, sending a shiver down my spine. When he stepped back, I looked down at the necklace resting against my collarbone. It was beautiful – simple, elegant, with a small pendant that caught the light perfectly.“This one looks more beautiful,” he said softly, his eyes on me.