Ivy is taken aback, searching her mind for the right response. She isn't sure how much she should reveal since she hasn't spoken to Kai yet.
Athena suddenly sneezes loudly and spectacularly ill-timed.
Ivy instantly turns around. "Bless you—" She quickly scans the vanity, grabs a folded tissue, and crosses over to press it into Athena's hand. "Here."
Athena accepts it, bowing. "Thank you, Luna Ivy." She dabs at her nose. "That's very kind of you."
Across the room, Frida's fingers curl and then slowly uncurl before curling again. With visible effort, she flattens both hands against her thighs and forces a wide smile.
"Athena, darling." Her voice is smooth as silk over a blade. "Would you mind leaving me alone with my sister-in-law for a moment?"
Athena's expression shifts slightly. "La
