Kyung Ho stepped forward, his golden eyes soft with concern. He reached out, his hand hovering just above Jiho's, not quite touching.
His silent gesture was one of apology, his mute communication speaking volumes. But Jiho, her emotions too raw, could not yet accept the comfort he offered.
She took a step back, shaking her head. "I need some space," she said, her voice dropping to a whisper. "Just... Leave me alone."
Without another word, Jiho turned and walked away, her footsteps echoing softly in the suddenly quiet room. The Su brothers and Mer Chu watched her go, their expressions a mix of guilt, worry.
As Jiho exited the dining room, she moved with a purposeful stride, her mind set on finding a momentary escape from the suffocating tensions that had been building. The cool air outside greeted her, a stark contrast to the heated emotions she had just left behind. She walked briskly towards the stable, each step a release of the pent-up frustration coursing through her veins.
