Chapter 84

Edward had been staying at the farmhouse for a good four or five days now. Aside from seeming a bit arrogant on the first day, he hadn't done much else—but lately, something seemed... off. Instead of bothering Gabriel, the guy had taken to hanging around Elizabeth like he had nothing better to do. The way he looked at her? Just plain annoying. "Edward, what exactly are you after?" Elizabeth finally snapped one day, unable to take it anymore. Edward raised an eyebrow, smirking. "City life's too much, figured I'd try out country vibes instead." She didn't miss a beat. "Country life's just as messy, especially emotionally. If you know what's good for you, get out before you tick me off." He chuckled. "Relax. I didn't come here looking for trouble. What are you gonna do, throw me out?" The more Elizabeth looked bothered by him, the more interested Edward seemed. Like he was enjoying pushing her buttons. "You—" "Miss Kaiser, you're the host here, aren't you? Isn't it proper manners to show