A Desperate Pretense

Outside the apartment building.

When Cordelia and Killian returned, they saw Gideon's car.

Cordelia paused but didn't let go of Killian's hand.

Killian glanced at Cordelia and spoke quietly, "Ignore him, let's go."

"Cordelia..." Gideon looked exhausted, his eyes red as if he hadn't eaten or rested well in a long time. He looked a bit disheveled, his shirt, suit, and tie nowhere near as sharp as th