CHAPTER 340 FACADE

Elora arrived at Alpha Hudson’s estate just as the Autumn sun was high on the horizon, shining but not bright. The air was chill, cold enough to cast a shiver down her as she made the walk into the estate and to the elevator. From afar, she found Adam already waiting for her near the elevator, and when she got closer to where he stood, his face was flushed red, like someone had hit him. Adam had always been composed, unreadable even, but now he looked disheveled and tired. His shirt was wrinkled, and there was a noticeable redness swelling on his cheek. Elora’s motherly instincts kicked in, even though she was technically not a mother. Years of caring for Fawn had made her like that. “Are you alright?” she asked, her voice filled with concern as she studied his face “What happened?” Adam shook his head quickly, almost too quickly, avoiding her gaze. “It’s nothing,” he muttered, straightening his posture “I’m fine.” Elora’s eyes narrowed, not buying his casual dismissal; she step