Third Person's POV
Ethan gave a short nod, and a faint smile graced his lips as he neither confirmed nor denied her assumption.
Letting people think they were merely companions or simple friends served him well, especially when his enemies could be lurking in any shadow.
And until he grew strong enough to stand against the full wrath of an empire, concealment was his best shield.
She exhaled again, and this time it was more freely, while a trace of genuine happiness softened her features as it was obvious that her secretive plans had just grown sturdier.
On the other side, Ethan felt the same as even though he might not trust her completely, having a powerful and well-connected figure like her in this city, a city that thrived on chaos and strength, was no small thing.
"Alright, when do we begin?"
His voice held a tinge of curiosity now while a similar readiness simmered behind his calm exterior.
Adeline's lips curved, and the crinkle around her dark eyes gleamed with mirth.
