Ethan's smirk deepened. "Well," he said, his tone casual but his eyes glinting with amusement, "it's not every day I see someone turn a trap back on the one who set it. I figured I'd let the show play out."
Anna's lips twitched, torn between annoyance and reluctant amusement. "You enjoy watching chaos, don't you?" she said recalling a past incident that appeared just like that. The only difference was Fiona did'n't asked for his help.
"Only when it's justified," he replied smoothly. "Besides…" — he leaned in slightly, lowering his voice — "you were impressive. Remind me never to get on your bad side."
Anna rolled her eyes, but the faintest ghost of a smile curved her lips. "Good. You learn fast."
Ethan chuckled softly, straightening. "And here I thought you were the calm, innocent type."
"I am," Anna said, brushing a strand of hair behind her ear. "But sometimes, calm requires precision."
