Adeline cleared her throat, then smiled, her eyes lightly crinkling on the sides. "Can I say something?"
Lucan nodded, his eyes never leaving hers.
"When... when you are like this, you are rather adorable, Lucan."
He broke into a smile, a bout of red immediately colouring his cheeks. He looked away for a minute, even though he did nothing to hide the heat and the blush that rose on his cheeks.
Adeline smiled, then held his hand even tighter. "About Claude... tis okay if you feel... a little disappointed. Sad. She was your biggest comforter, and I clearly remember her coming to me about that dress I wore to provoke you. Sometimes, I still feel like she deserves you more."
Lucan swallowed, his eyes low.
"Tis alright. Whatever you feel... it is fine. As long as you are staying true to
