Chapter 375

A flicker of surprise crossed Sebastian's eyes.

Elara's words were like a small stone dropped into still water, stirring countless hidden currents beneath the surface.

"Why would you think that?"

He paused for a moment before speaking, his voice low and tinged with unease, eyebrows slightly furrowed.

"Could it be… those rumors from before? You actually took them to heart…"

"No," Elara quickly shoo