Elio gazed at him calmly, his smile remaining unfaltering as Andrew's words blended into the calm forest while Andrew held his breath and gazed at Elio suspiciously as he waited for his answer. Elio wasn't shaken or nervous by Andrew's question at all, as he had expected that.
Even though it was a sudden decision to reveal himself, Elio was prepared for Andrew's suspicion and questions, as he knew his wild kitten too well. Elio could bet he knew him more than himself.
His wild kitten was sharp, and he was aware if he appeared like that in his place out of nowhere, he would be suspicious of him. So, he had expected this question and was prepared.
Elio was utterly at ease, and his excitement remained intact as if there was nothing wrong, as if he didn't do anything wrong and was a harmless person as he muttered, his tone calm and casual,
"Nicholas told me. I wanted to come to join you, so I asked him." Elio grinned before uttering playfully and proudly,
