Nate's expression changed from surprise and hurt to rage, but only for a fleeting moment. Aurelia noticed the brief look before it turned into fury, and she understood that he was trying to hide his vulnerability. If she hadn't been looking at him, she would have thought she had imagined the hurt expression.
As she let out a humorous laugh, she confronted Nate Kings, "So let me get this straight: all these men were instructed by you to follow me to work? And what exactly was your plan? To apprehend me, what's your problem, Nate Kings?" Her voice was soft, yet the danger in it was palpable. The way she carried herself exuded a powerful aura that sent shivers down the spines of those around her. In contrast, her demeanor was gentle yet scary, like a fox's.
A wave of unhappiness washed
