Chapter 18 Sheldon's Pov

• Karel's eyes bore into mine, her gaze piercing. I sense a hint of accusation and flinch at how easily she had come to doubt me.
• “What are you talking about, Karel?” I ask, trying to maintain a neutral tone.
• Her smile grows wider, and I recognize it. It's the kind she gives when she is extremely vexed. It's laced with poison. "Don't play dumb, Sheldon. I know you're hiding something. You're keeping something away from me, Sheldon."