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CHAPTER 151
~Kai's POV~
When I finally pulled away, I rested my forehead against Valerie's and just breathed.
"You came," she whispered.
"Of course I did," I murmured. "I will always. I apologize for coming late. I..."
"It's okay. I just… I'm tired, yes, and I wanted to be alone."
"So I should leave?" I asked and she shook her head.
"Honestly, I wasn't chasing my mates away, but I just… I don't think I want you guys to see me this way, and besides, those fishes just barged in, leaving me unprepared."
"Oh…" I paused, then stepped back a little. "I am sorry for barging in."
Valerie parted her lips to speak but suddenly remained speechless. "No, I am not blaming you. I guess you came after the storm had settled. I'm okay."
"So you don't want me leaving now?"
I watched as Valerie shook her head before answering, "No."