Nyx Pov
Did I… make a mistake?
The thought wandered through my mind as I felt a sudden, almost suffocating sense of danger coming from Amyra.
It wasn't bloodlust from Mana or Aura.
It was sothing entirely different.
Sothing I didn't understand.
Why is she looking at like that?
I'm trying to help you.
I wanted to say it. Yell it.
Shake her and make her understand that I wasn't the enemy here; Alden was. That he was trying to deceive her.
But I knew that would be pointless.
In the novel, one of Page's closest friends had tried to warn her about the playboy who manipulated her.
And Page had cut her off. Severing all of their relationships brutally. Without hesitation.
I'm not even Amyra's friend yet.
Not to her.
But I want to be.
I want to protect her.
I don't want her to end up like Page—betrayed, broken, and discarded like so side character in a tragedy.
But… she's already fallen for his sweet words, hasn't she?
It must be because of that accident… and the kiss.
Yeah. That's it.
That bastard—he tried to do the sa thing to too.
Back then, I thought it was just a mistake. A coincidence.
But maybe I was just lucky to be saved before I got pulled too deep.
So then…
Was I his first target?
And because I didn't fall for his act, he went after Amyra instead?
My stomach turned.
If that's true… Then isn't this my fault?
She's in danger because of .
Because I walked away.
No. I can't let it end like this.
I won't let her suffer like Page did.
I have to take responsibility.
Even if she hates .
Even if I have to ruin everything.
I'll save her—no matter the cost.
Even if it ans sacrificing myself.
…Even if it ans seducing him.
I hesitated.
The thought felt like swallowing poison.
But… it's the only way, right?
If I make him fall for , if I get him to expose his true nature—then Amyra will finally see.
She'll understand I was never against her.
She'll know I did it all for her.
It's not betrayal.
It's rcy.
Even if she cries… even if she hates at the mont… at least she'll live without suffering.
And maybe, once she sees the truth with her own eyes, she'll forgive .
We'll be friends.
Like we should've been.
Right?
After the initial awkward silence, Amyra led us towards a small, quiet restaurant just a short walk from the dorms.
It was nice and cosy. Not many custors were present, probably due to it being so late at night.
I knew about this place. I had heard about this restaurant while I was in class.
It's not like I wanted to listen to useless gossip or anything. But those girls were just so loud.
They said that this restaurant had the best cakes.
I wanted to try it, but I couldn't make ti recently.
I liked cakes. They were really delicious. One of my favourite desserts in this world.
We soon took a seat at a table near the window. The moonlight coming through the window gave the whole place a dreamy vibe.
10/10 on scenery.
I rated the place in my mind. I have been making reviews on all good restaurants on this island after all.
Alden took a seat near the window. Amyra quickly took the seat beside him.
I sighed in my mind and took a seat opposite Alden.
I didn't know how to seduce a guy. But I'm not going to give up.
I just need to talk to him before, right?
I'll infiltrate his friend circle and make him fall for .
A waiter soon arrived to take our orders.
Alden just ordered grilled steak.
Amyra chose a lobster ravioli with white wine sauce.
I just ordered what Amyra ordered.
Honestly, I didn't know many dishes besides desserts.
As soon as the waiter left, I saw Amyra shift slightly in her place. She turned towards Alden. Her cold eyes turned slightly soft.
"Do you cook for yourself?" Amyra asked suddenly, then paused. "I an, I don't really see you in the cafeteria."
I heard Amyra's question. It was indeed true. I didn't see that guy in the cafeteria until now.
He must've been busy trying to woo so innocent girl.
Definitely.
"I cook for myself most of the ti," Alden replied. "Stuff at the cafeteria is… edible, but I don't really like it."
Now's my chance.
I'll show him I'm concerned.
I read in this book once that all it takes is a little concern, and guys just lt.
That's how love stories start, right?
What should I say?
Yeah. I got it.
"Isn't it dangerous to cook alone in a dorm room?" I spoke before Amyra could speak anything. "What if you accidentally burn the place down?"
That definitely sounded concerning.
Alden went silent for a minute. He even blinked his eyes.
I couldn't help but be confident.
He must definitely be thinking about now. Hahaa.
I know it won't be so easy to make him fall. But this much will make him think about , right?
Alden looked at .
"I'm not that bad at cooking." He gave a smile. "I don't like to brag, but I can actually cook decently."
That definitely worked.
He's even smiling at now.
Hahaha.
I'm a genius.
Amyra looked at in annoyance.
Sorry for interrupting you, Amyra, but you'll understand soday.
I apologised to Amyra in my mind. I felt bad for interrupting her.
After listening to Alden's reply, I didn't know what to say anymore.
So I just kept quiet. And surprisingly he too went quiet.
Just then Amyra tried to speak again.
"A-Anyway," Amyra said, "Alden, do you like spicy food?"
"Yeah, a bit. Not the super spicy kind, though." Alden replied.
Another chance.
Hahaha.
I have read a few books recently.
So I can proudly say I have beco an expert in quite a few things.
Out of which I read one book where the main character didn't like spicy food because he had a weak constitution.
It must be sothing similar.
I tried to speak again, trying to make my voice as soft and interesting as possible.
"Is that because you have a weak constitution?"
If he said yes.
I would just offer him a good potion that could help him.
I'm sure I could get a few potions like that.
from Jeremy.
I heard this guy is an illegitimate son of a powerful family. But he is ignored by all his family.
So he must not have much money to buy elixirs.
If I give him one. He will definitely fall much deeper for .
But his response was completely contrasting.
"What?" He shook his head with a slight frown. "No?"
"I read that people who can't handle spice are often very weak." I continued.
"Where did you even hear that from?" He replied with unreadable expressions.
What?
My cheeks burnt with embarrassnt.
Was I wrong?
Did he not have a weak constitution?
I told him the source of my information.
"A book."
After this, every ti Amrya spoke or asked sothing of Alden, I interfered to show him my concern.
Amyra looked quite mad at . But still she didn't speak even a word to .
Her jaw was tense. Hands folded on the table like she was praying not to murder soone.
, probably.
I wanted to talk to her. But she was mostly just talking to Alden and asking him questions.
Just then I got a chance to initiate a conversation with her when Amyra asked another question.
"Um, Alden–do you perhaps like desserts?"
This ti I didn't even wait for Alden to respond.
I wanted to speak to her. But I didn't know what to say.
So I just said the line about sweet things I read yesterday. "People who like sweet things are often hiding bitterness in their lives."
But I didn't get any replies.
Amyra's already cold face chilled a bit more after that line.
Did I say sothing wrong?
Why is it so difficult to make friends?
I sighed in my heart.
The silence continued afterwards.
The food arrived soon after.
A nice aroma spread around the table. I was actually very curious about the taste of the food here.
I looked at my food. It looked elegant.
I hope it's tasty.
I started eating imdiately, savouring the taste.
Just then, Alden tried to initiate the conversation for the first ti. "So, uh… the weather's nice tonight."
"Indeed." I was so focused on my food that I let my true thoughts slip past for a mont. "Perfect for exposing manipulative liars."
Eventually I completed my al.
I felt satisfied – not with the food, obviously. But with today's progress.
I have advanced to level ten in Alden's familiarity list, at least, right?
The food was just so-so. I gave a rating of 6 to the food.
Definitely not going to visit here again.
We soon exited the restaurant. Throughout the way back to dorms.
Amyra was silent. Eerily silent.
Alden tried to break the silence. "Well, that was… sothing."
Hmm, is he an idiot?
How was that food sothing?
I have eaten a lot better than that.
I should at least tell them that it wasn't good.
As an aspiring foodie, it's my responsibility.
"I didn't like the food."
I just spoke those lines.
They were enough for them to understand it, right?
I hope so.
We soon arrived in front of the dorms.
Alden quickly ran back to his room, saying he was sleepy.
I didn't forget to exchange contact information with him.
Only Amyra and I were left alone.
I wanted to exchange contact with her as well.
So I asked. "Hey, Amyra, do you want to exchange contacts?"
But Amyra lifted her head for the first ti since leaving the hotel.
Her eyes were dark, swirling with negative emotions. Her face held absolutely no emotions.
She muttered only one sentence.
It was enough to send chills down Nyx's spine.
"What do you want?"
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