Adelyn's soul shuddered for a moment at the sudden shift in the air.
Fortunately, it didn't take long for her to realize the cause.
Her eyes met with Dylan's, and the way those deep blue-amber irises revealed everything.
He didn't say a word, yet she could clearly read the accusation in his gaze —one that seemed to rise from deep resentment.
Seeing him like that, Adelyn's nerves nearly twisted in panic. She quickly spoke before the misunderstanding could deepen.
"Don't misunderstand my words, Mr. Warren," she said hurriedly. "What I meant is that I had never truly considered being with you … for real. To me, you were someone unattainable. How could I even dare to dream of being with you?"
"But after you agreed to be with me … I am delighted. It almost feels like a dream come true."
Another lie.
Her fingers tightened within the curl of her fists.
