Chapter: 2337

"I told you I'd give you an answer in a month. But I've been thinking about it these past few days. Maybe I can tell you now."

Mia opened her eyes, meeting Rowland's intense gaze.

"No." His reply was immediate, firm. "You said a month, so I'll wait a month."

"My answer won't change," she whispered.

"It matters. A death sentence and a stay of execution aren't the same thing."