Provoking the Zenith Sanctum

With all eyes on her, Elise felt flustered. She could only cast a pleading glance at Isabella.

Isabella couldn't believe how easily Elise caved under pressure—just a little intimidation and she let things slip. Trying to smooth things over, Isabella said, "Clifford, don't scare a young lady like this. She must have just been frightened into talking nonsense."

Elise nodded, her voice trembling. "Y-