#Chapter 114: Too Brazen

Ava “You two aren’t romantically involved?” Elder Elise’s gaze slid back and forth between us, clearly not believing Chris’s statement. I sat utterly frozen in my chair, wondering where Chris was going with this. Chris merely shook his head. “No. We’re not,” he explained. “You can thank that picture on the paparazzi—they’re like vultures.” “But you’re clearly kissing in the photograph,” Elder Bradley said as he slid the picture—which had been printed out—across the table. “Yes, we were. But it’s not what you would think,” Chris retorted calmly. The Elders exchanged wary glances before Elise gestured for him to continue. “You see,” Chris continued, his voice smooth, “in the human world, it’s not uncommon for public figures to be photographed in compromising situations. The paparazzi are relentless, always seeking to create false narratives and stir up drama.” He gestured towards the photo that was now sitting in the middle of the table and let o