Chapter 20: Plans..
Ariana’s eyes shifted to them, devoid of any warmth. Her lips moved into a sweet smile as she slightly tilted her head, her eyebrow raising softly. Their eyes widened in shock.
Did she just...?
Ariana moved her fingers, slowly examining them. Softly, she finally shifted her gaze back to them and opened her mouth, mouthing softly,
"Oh, really?"
Her lips moved slowly, though no sound escaped. The maid’s face paled slightly as she struggled to maintain her composure, but her legs gave way, and she collapsed to the floor her hands clasping toothed as he begged trembling.
S...she had heard... them. They were all doomed...
Ariana’s eyes stretched wide. Was this the kind of fear Zavren inspired?
Just who was this man to make people tremble like this?
What didn’t she know?
She moved on, ignoring them as she continued toward her door.
She could hear their silent plea behind her, but the maid’s reaction alone had already revealed enough—Zavren was truly feared here her father was not joking when he warned them about him.