A Chilling Reunion

“Cleo, why don't you say anything? Hmm?” Alaric smiled as an inexplicable glint fleeted across his eyes. He reached out and tried to grab Cora's arm once again.

However, this time, he could not do as he pleased.

A strong arm rested on Cora's shoulder as Gideon appeared beside her like a knight in shining armor to rescue her. In an impassive tone, he asked, “She's my friend. What's the matter?”

Gid