章 320: Chapter 320: On The Road To Greater Power

Aengus's tone was gentle as he replied, "Sienna, you're not just a servant to me anymore. You've become someone I can trust. Your hard work and sense of responsibility have deeply touched my heart. But I'm sorry to say this—we're not meant for each other. I don't feel the same way about you. So please, forget about me and move on with your life. To help you, I'm granting you your freedom."

With those words, Aengus handed her the Naga Pearl, the artifact he had taken to ensure her loyalty and control.

Sienna's trembling hands received the pearl as tears streamed down her cheeks. She stared at it, her mind unable to reconcile her emotions.

"Why?"

She had expected rejection, braced herself for it even, yet the pain of hearing his words cut deeper than she imagined.

"Why does it hurt so much?" she muttered, her tears falling like rain. The weight of her emotions pressed on her chest, leaving her struggling to breathe.