Secrecy
"Tell me how she found you," the man demanded, his tone filled with a mix of curiosity and suspicion.
Eve took a deep breath, her mind racing as she carefully constructed her response. She knew the importance of providing a detailed explanation that would satisfy his inquiry. "She found me because I was in desperate need of salvation," Eve began, her voice steady and measured. "Just as she saved you and the others."
The man's brow furrowed, a flicker of confusion crossing his face. He seemed hesitant to accept her explanation at face value. However, Eve swiftly redirected the conversation, recognizing the urgency of the present situation. She needed to focus on the impending threat rather than dwelling on the past.
"But that is not important," Eve interjected firmly, her voice commanding attention. "What matters now is how we deal with what's coming. Before her untimely demise, she warned me not to trust the Duke."