I followed Eugenia to the stairs as she hurried to the lower floor. The lights were on, and I heard the door opening.
"Where is Delilah? I can smell her!" Elijah demanded urgently.
"Calm down, my king. She's upstairs."
"Delilah!" Elijah shouted. "Delilah! Come down now!"
I felt a jolt, which caused my body to react, and I hurried down the stairs. At the door, Elijah faced Eugenia.
"Go home right now. Get in the car," he ordered.
I wanted to refuse, but I feared Eugenia would be dragged into this if I resisted. So, I had no choice but to obey Elijah's orders.
"Once you're back at the mansion, rest, my queen," Eugenia whispered as she rubbed my back.
I nodded resignedly.
"Good night, Eugenia," Elijah said as we parted.
"Take care, my king. Good night."
I noticed a car parked outsi
