Nastia came to visit Beverly again. Taking advantage of the fact that Elroy wasn't around, Beverly finally let herself smile.
"He's always watching you. It's so annoying! I have no idea how you put up with it!" Nastia plopped down on the couch beside Beverly, venting about Elroy's behavior. She looked nothing like the composed and elegant lady she'd pretended to be in front of Rorick earlier.
"You better be careful. Rorick will be coming by to check on me soon. If he sees you acting like this..." Beverly teased, a playful smirk on her face.
Hearing that, Nastia quickly adjusted her clothes, straightened her posture, and adopted a proper, ladylike demeanor.
As if on cue, Rorick walked in. He greeted Beverly with a warm smile.
Nastia practically trembled with excitement when she saw Ror
