#Chapter 107: Rogue

Lucian’s POV As I watched, Sheila’s entire demeanor shifted, from happy and curious to increasingly upset and alarmed. “That’s Aria’s room,” she said. “Yes,” I replied, seeing no need to hide it. “Why were you in Aria’s room?” It wasn’t any of her business, but I knew I couldn’t just say that to Sheila and expect to not cause a scene that could last all day. She was incredibly… sensitive, especially when it came to Aria and me. So I stayed quiet, holding my tongue for now. If she pushed the issue, I would push back, but I hoped for both our sakes, she would drop it and focus on other things. Yet, the longer I stayed quiet, the angrier she seemed, narrowing her eyes at me. This was still preferable to tears. “You should clean that room out,” she said. “The memory of her lingering over you isn’t good for you.” “Actually, I find comfort in it,” I said. Her upper lip curled. “Well, if you won’t remove her things for yourself, then do it for me. Out of respect for me. Th