Chapter 277

Anna's sudden gentleness made her seem like a whole other person. Her tone was soft and kind as she asked, "You know who I am?" The man revealed a gentle side of himself that was completely at odds with the gloominess that clung to him. He nodded obediently and repeated, "You're Elle." Anna pointed at Bella. "Who is she?" The man ignored her question as if he hadn't heard it at all. Anna asked once more, "Who is she? Do you know?" "Ashley," the man replied flippantly. "Elle… always… called her that." Anna turned to Bella as understanding flashed across her face. "Looks like we know each other, Ashley." "Elle?" Bella finally murmured after having some trouble adjusting to the new name. It still sounded much too foreign on Bella's tongue. Anna turned her head when she felt a tap on her shoulder. She noticed that the man had lowered his head and pressed close to her side. He was pouting, and he had an expectant look on his face. Anna didn't understand what he was trying to do. T