Chapter 344

Just as Declan opened his mouth, the elevator doors slid open. The conversation cut off abruptly, and the air inside felt stifling and heavy.

Clara silently lowered her gaze. Arthur's expression mirrored hers. Declan, unsure which of them to address, chose silence.

When the elevator reached his floor, Declan glanced at Clara.

"If anything happens, reach out to me anytime," he said softly. Then he