Heiress Unmasked: Shaking the World With Geomancy novel Chapter 1783

"I just… don't want to be abandoned again."

Abandonment was a feeling Shannon knew like the back of her hand growing up. She was an orphan for 18 years and remained an outsider in the Gray family.

Then came a day when she met her mentor, someone who adored and cared for her. Yet, that very person disappeared without a reason.

Even after she learned the truth and knew Thalia had done it unwillingly, the feeling of loss and helplessness after being abandoned was something she couldn't forget.

She understood why they made those decisions; in fact, even if she were in their shoes, she would make the same choices.

However, that didn't mean she wouldn't feel wronged or resentful. Nobody was born knowing how to be understanding and forgiving; her compliance was no reason for her to be compromised.

Therefore, she was giving up this time.

…

Those were the last words from Shannon.

Everyone was busy with their own tasks in the sea, and their conversation seemingly didn't attract anyone's attention.

Black smoke dissipated across the horizon, and the ocean breeze brought forth the salty air, adding a touch of forlorn.

Benjamin felt a pang in his heart when he heard Shannon's answer. It wasn't a feeling of heartbreak but rather distress—perhaps even frustration.

After some time, he piped up again and asked her, "What can I do to make you accept it?"

What he actually wanted to ask was what he could do to ease her sadness.

His serious tone prompted Shannon to mirror the same demeanor. "And if I say I want to strike you with lightning?"

"Sure," he replied almost immediately.

Shannon was taken aback by his response for a fleeting second. Her eyes held an unreadable expression, and after a while, she said, "Remember what you said."