Chapter 5

Soon, I arrived at Nook Café.

The name carried an artistic flair, and the place had that cozy, upscale vibe.

It was definitely the kind of spot a wannabe intellectual like Charles would love.

As soon as I walked in, I spotted Julia and Charles sitting together in the corner.

Julia sat with her back to me, shoulders trembling softly as if she were crying.

Charles sat across from her, holding her hand with a pained expression, murmuring softly, "Julia, you've suffered so much. It's all my fault. I'm too useless to get you rid of that monster.

"Don't worry.…