Chapter 70: what will she do to me?

Most would argue in a volatile situation as the one they were in, kan's utterance wasn't the most idealistic one. However, he did anyway.

Kan's confession hung heavily in the air as Ellie pulled away from his embrace, her eyes scanning him intensely, searching for any signs of deceit. The atmosphere grew even more charged with tension, as if the room itself was holding its breath.

"What? You're with another girl? The counselor?" Ellie's voice quivered with a mixture of disbelief and hurt. Her words were caught in her throat, struggling to find their way out.

Kan shook his head, his own emotions a whirlwind of confusion and concern. He took a step closer, attempting to reach out for Ellie's hand, a gesture of reassurance.

"It's not that..." Kan began to explain, but Ellie didn't let him finish.