The man clearly had no intention of helping, and Eli suddenly grew irritated. Whatever had happened in the past was already behind them, so why was Adrian determined to make things difficult for him now? With a cold expression, Eli walked around to Adrian's side, determined to finish making the bed and leave without wasting another moment on the unreasonable man.
As he approached, a faint, cool woody fragrance drifted toward him. It was light and refreshing, bringing to mind a vast, secluded forest, peaceful and untouched by the outside world. Eli had approached with an imposing air, but as he drew closer, an inexplicable discomfort crept over him. Adrian's presence felt like a thorn pressing against his back, making him increasingly uneasy the nearer he got.
