He had a serious expression as he stood up and approached me. He helped me put on my necklace.

"I'm with her, Au. If you want, you can come too. Once she's satisfied enough, then we'll bring her home immediately," Lucas convinced her.

Maddie just rolled her eyes, almost losing the color in them.

"You're spoiling her too much, Lucas. I don't know about you two," she said, grabbing her bag. "But I'm coming along, even if you don't say so."

After that, Maddie stormed out. I could feel her anger, and I understood it because she just wanted to protect me. I was also frustrated with myself for not...