The Hidden Dagger

Clara had been so engrossed just now, so much so that she did not even notice Declan pushing the door open.

After closing the notebook subtly, she leaned forward slightly, preparing to put it in her suitcase.

Declan saw this and strode over. As he walked, he asked, "What are you writing? You seem to be hiding something."

Clara's heart skipped a beat, and she instinctively tightened her grip on the