[Bonus chapter] A tinge of guilt

"Where is brother Leo? I thought he would follow you too once you come to see me!" Eve put the cup of tea back in the tray and picked up the napkin to wipe her mouth.

Since she had left the breakfast table, Eli had personally come with food in her room. But the way she was looking at Eve with piercing eyes was making her squirm in her seat. It would have been better if there would have been someone else to change the subject

Now whatever she would say would be taken as an excuse. But if Eli would started asking questioning her then it would be a trouble.

She knew how Eli had the power over her. If it continued, she would spill the secret she was hiding so badly.

"I think he is busy with his realization! Though Evangeline is a commoner, she is chosen by father and now Leo is in love with her too.

So, we should support her if she becomes the duchess in the future!" Eli placed the cup in the tray too.