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Chapter 172 - Chapter 172: Demanding Answers

~Evric's POV~

He jolted at the sound of my voice. Slowly, he lowered his arm, and my heart clenched when I saw the tears streaming down his cheeks. He had been crying silently all along.

"Babe," I whispered, walking closer. "What's wrong? Why are you here crying alone?"

He quickly forced a smile, pretending nothing was wrong, but I had already caught him. His excuses tumbled out, he said he just couldn't sleep, that his stomach was upset, anything to cover it up. None of it convinced me.

"Zayn," I called gently.

"Yes?" he answered softly, avoiding my eyes.

"Is there something you're hiding from me?"

He shook his head. "No."

"Are you sure?" I pressed.

"Why are you asking me that?" he replied.

I sighed deeply. "Why has your restaurant been closed for the past four days?"

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