The Male Lead isn't Following the Script!

Annora looked at her with that ever-present, infuriatingly gentle smile. "Well, we will get going since we have a lot of work to do."

Adeline bit back a scoff. "We." Annora said it so naturally, as if she and Dimitri were a perfect team. As if Dimitri was her ally now.

Annora then turned toward him, flashing a knowing smile. A private look. One of silent understanding.

Adeline’s fingers twitched.

She hated it.

She didn’t know what Annora was trying to do, but she wouldn’t let it get to her. She forced herself to remain composed, keeping her expression neutral.

Annora took a step forward, then suddenly turned back to face her again. Her tone was light, almost teasing, when she asked, "Oh, you’re here to meet the head priest, Edward, aren’t you?"

Adeline stiffened slightly.

Annora... sounded cheerful.

That wasn’t right. Annora had never spoken about Edward in such a casual, pleasant manner before

But now...