Chapter 30 Her Anger

• In my room, I was able to collect my thoughts after the emotional reunion with Lucian. I had barely had a moment to settle in when there was a gentle knock on the door, and it opened to reveal my brother.
• Lucian stepped inside, and I couldn't help but voice the question that had been gnawing at me since I saw Alicia in the hallway. "Lucian, what is Alicia doing here?"
• He regarded me with a calm expression, as if he had anticipated this question. "Alicia is a maid now, Elara," he explained, his voice steady. "There's nothing between us anymore. You don't have to worry."