Psycho cousin

"Arrogant?" Rose asked puzzled. She could understand what he meant.

"Yes."

"Did he say anything to offend you?"

"Not really but I could easily tell that he is a smart guy."

"He is a genius but he uses really ruthless methods," Rose voiced her observation in a low thoughtful voice.

"Ruthless?" Eric asked with his brow furrowed.

"Nevermind. I will only advice you not to get on his bad side although I doubt if he will hurt you even if you do."

"He doesn't dare. He said my mother saved his life."

"Yes and from the party, I think he likes you. He tends to stick to those he likes. 

"That's what he did to me while I was in the hospital. He was also a good companion," Rose commented sincerely. 

She had a soft heart but due to her situation, she didn't have the luxury to like people but Carl was surprisingly very likable.