Chapter 206:
But could I really do that? Do I have enough to last me through a week of hiding away?
My eyes scanned my room, and a frown tugged at my lips. Aside from the restroom and a few books to stave off boredom, I had no food.
Damn it!
How was I supposed to survive without food until I could look them in the eye again?
To make things worse, I hadn’t eaten since this morning, and now it was evening.
The sun was beginning to set, and the small animals had retreated into their homes.
And then, as if on cue, my stomach growled.
My heart sank in panic as I stared at my rumbling stomach. I was doomed.
I dropped the book onto my lap, placed it on the table, and retreated to bed.
Maybe, if I slept, I wouldn’t feel hungry.
But I was wrong.
The moment I shut my eyes, it was as if a war was raging in my stomach. Sleep was impossible.
I curled up in bed, pressing my hand against my stomach in an attempt to ease the pain, but it only intensified. My mouth began to water as the delicious scent of spaghetti and turkey reached my nose.
It was so enticing, I couldn’t help myself. Before I knew it, I was standing by the door, unlocking it.
Maybe it was time to face the situation and forget about what had happened. It had been a mistake, after all.
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Peeking out cautiously to ensure the path to the kitchen was clear, I tiptoed across the room, a smile lighting up my face as an idea came to mind.
Maybe I could sneak some food without them noticing.
Who cares if they did?
Just as I was about to take another step, I heard footsteps approaching. Panicking, I rushed back to my room, shutting the door behind me.
I leaned against the wall, slowly sinking to my knees, pulling them close as I squeezed my eyes shut.
I was starving, but I was too mortified to face them.
“Aurora, food is ready,” Dax called out, knocking on my door a few times before walking away.
“Fuck!” I gritted my teeth, punching the floor in frustration.
I wasn’t ready to see his face—not after what had happened.
“Aurora? Are you alright?” Devin’s authoritative voice boomed, causing my heart to race.
Why did his voice always have this effect on me?
Panic flooded my chest as I frantically thought of what to do.
I stayed silent, hoping he would leave.
