Chapter 352

He walked closer, watching her carefully. She nodded to herself as if responding to something her mother said. “Yes… yes, I promise. I’ll be there soon,” she said. “Just stay there. Don’t do anything rash.” Her voice softened, but her eyes were glossy. “Okay. I’ll come. Just wait for me.” She ended the call slowly and lowered the phone. For a moment, she stood there without moving, staring at the floor, trying to steady her breathing. Jabco spoke before she could walk away. “What happened?” he asked, his voice low but concerned. She flinched slightly, not because of his tone, but because she hadn’t expected him to speak. She didn’t answer. She slipped her phone into her bag and moved toward the door. “Riyana,” he said again, stepping in front of her. “Talk to me. Is something wrong with your mother?” She finally looked at him. Her eyes were tense, guarded. “I need to go,” she said quietly. “Move.” He didn’t move. “Where?” he asked. “Why are you in such a hurry?” She clenched her jaw. “