Chapter 48 Not One of the Kestners

Elara lowered her eyes and gave a small nod. "Thanks, Mr. Sterling."

Corin smiled gently. "No need to be so formal. Just call me Corin."

Elara didn't answer and turned down his offer to walk her back to her room. She kept her head down and hurried away.

Her body looked tense and shy as she left.

But once she reached a quiet spot, Elara quickly took off the heavy, wet jacket hanging on her shoulder