Aria's POV
Giselle straightened, a smile slipping onto her face as she turned to him. “Oh, nothing, Denderick. I was just making sure our little runaway was keeping busy.”
Denderick’s gaze shifted to me “Is that so?” he asked.
"Yes." Giselle cut in before I could answer.
Denderick's eyes met Giselle's, and he growled three words at her.
"Dining hall. Now."
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I barely had time to catch my breath after the both of them left the room before I heard raised voices echoing down the hallway. The words were muffled, but the tone was unmistakable— they were arguing.
I didn’t mean to eavesdrop, but the sound was so sharp and intense, it was impossible to ignore. I took a few hesitant steps toward the door, my heart pounding in my chest.
“What were you thinking, Giselle?” Denderick’
