"I suppose this little girl will be the one who supplies your weapons to kill me, darling Adeline?"
Elias only meant to tease her. He wanted to see her lovely, yet demure eyes waver with hesitation. Uncertainty was always upon her soft features. She was an earnest and determined woman that amused him. He wanted to know more of her, and the unexpected changes that happened in the decade he hadn't seen her.
In all honesty, Elias had expected Adeline to behave like the infamous Lydia Claymore, who was known for her boisterous nature. Adeline used to be a lot more energetic. As a child, she would cause mischief.
"I-I guess my secret has been revealed…"
Elias's eyes widened a bit. It was a tease, but she returned it with the truth. He shifted his attention towards her. She was seated upon the couch, with her back facing him, but her head and arm were turned towards him in surprise.
