Icy Confrontation

Both turned at the sound.

A flicker of surprise flashed in Clara's eyes as she saw the man approaching with calm, deliberate steps. The one who had just entered was none other than Kaelen.

Kaelen approached in a black suit, his steps light and confident, his face as indifferent as ever.

Kaelen stopped abruptly in front of Declan and, with a forceful motion, yanked Declan's hand away from Clara's n