Chapter 1138

Rowan's behavior suggested he couldn't let go of Minerva or felt guilty towards her.

“Minerva has her own aspirations,” Skylar said.

Rowan’s voice softened, as if he were crying or deeply upset. “I was a jerk. I chased after my so-called crush and hurt Minerva. She has no reason to forgive me, and she doesn't have to.”

Skylar didn’t know how to comfort him. It was his fault. He hadn’t cherished Minerva when he had the chance, only to regret it after deeply hurting her and then expecting forgiveness. How was that possible? Some people might forgive such hurt, but Minerva clearly wasn't one of them. Skylar wouldn't forgive him either. He deserved it.

Realizing Skylar wasn’t responding, Rowan realized he'd lost his composure. However, he had no one else to turn to, knowing Skylar was close to Minerva.

Then, Rowan added awkwardly, “I can wait for her, no matter how long. If necessary, I’ll study abroad, too.”

Skylar, exasperated, didn’t know what to say. “I’ve got things to do. Think it through, and don’t hurt Minerva again.” Despite everything, she felt compelled to offer this advice.

Rowan replied, “I wouldn’t dare hurt her again. I just want her to forgive me. And don't plan on marrying anyone else! I’ll wait for her!”

Skylar’s lips twitched in disbelief. She was relieved he was talking to her and not Minerva. If Minerva heard his words, she might roll her eyes.

After hanging up, Skylar called Vera. She answered immediately.

“Well? Can you help me? Name your price.”

Skylar replied, “One million. The statue is cursed, but not dangerously so. It won’t kill you, but it won’t grant wishes either. At most, you’ll experience some bad luck.”

“Really? You’re not lying?” Vera sounded doubtful.

Skylar replied, “Find someone else if you don’t believe me. I’ve got other things to do.”

In truth, Skylar disliked Vera and preferred to avoid her. If not for the cursed statue, she wouldn’t care about Vera’s situation.

“Wait! I trust you. You’re the only one I can rely on. I don’t want to keep this cursed thing another day. Can you help me today? I’ll transfer the money now,” Vera said urgently.

She hadn’t expected Molly to be right. While the statue wasn’t harmful, knowing it was cursed made her uneasy. Furthermore, Skylar’s price was surprisingly reasonable. Getting rid of such a burden for that price seemed a good deal.

“Bring the statue to the library on Cedar Road. We’ll meet in an hour,” Skylar said, setting the meeting point.

Vera initially wanted Skylar to come to her house; she didn’t want to leave. After witnessing Molly’s car accident, she was shaken and fearful. But Skylar was firm, so Vera had no choice but to go out. Fortunately, the library wasn’t far.

An hour later, Skylar arrived at the library and went inside. Vera arrived a few minutes later.

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