" That is something I can not tell you know . But if I succeed , you will be the first person I would tell about it . So , until then , please do not ask me anything about that . I won't be able to answer . " Aurora's words hung in the air , distilling an icy chill throughout the room . Though Gabriel had moved closer , an unexpected act of intimacy , she remained unaffected by his presence . Without missing a beat , she quietly finished her bowl and promptly rose to her feet to tackle the dishes , leaving Gabriel in a state of confusion . His mind raced , searching for answers to the enigma that was Aurora's behavior .
" Okay , if that is what you want , I won't ask you again . But Aurora , I have something to tell you ... " Leaning on the doorframe of the kitchen , Gabriel mustered up a
