*LUCAS’S POV*
I kept my voice low but firm as I turned to Clara, the tension between us thick in the air. "You can’t be talking to Evelyn about anything," I said, my tone leaving no room for argument.
Clara's eyes widened in surprise. "I didn't tell her anything," she replied, defensively.
“I was watching you the whole time,” I said, “What were you guys talking about?”
“It’s decoration stuff,” Clara said, her tone dismissive, “No big issue.”
I narrowed my eyes, not convinced. “If it was just about decorations, why did Evelyn look so shocked?” I asked.
Clara hesitated, avoiding my gaze. “She asks a lot of questions, you know,” Clara said, “I’m sure she was just surprised.”
“I was watching you the whole time,” I said, my voice hardening with suspicion. “What were you guys talking abo
