Adam came to a stop in front of her, so close that their noses almost touched. She could feel his heavy exhalations as he battled with his fury and she sighed, bringing her hands up to rest on his arms.
"Listen. We were supposed to be a team... that's what we contracted for. I can't help if I don't know what's going on."
The tension in the air was palpable for a few moments, the pressure that hung ominously above them was almost crushing, but with a sigh, it gradually began to dissipate.
He turned away abruptly and ran his fingers through his hair angrily.
"Your f*****g step-sister…" He growled, his tone still furious.
Ann laughed darkly, throwing her hands in the air in frustration.
"Of course, it is... why didn't I guess? What happened?"
Adam sank down on the sofa
