Upon hearing Adam Ross's words that are laced with a hint of humor yet solemn undertones, Charlotte Thompson's eyes dramatically widened, and she stumbled back a step.
Her back collided unexpectedly with the wall, the cold sensation seeping into her from the stone surface. Almost instinctively, she raised her voice in denial.
"Shameless!"
"Adam Ross! Do you even know what you're saying?"
The soundproofing in the safe corridor was excellent, and not a sound from outside could be heard, so Charlotte didn't need to worry about eavesdroppers.
As her words fell, silence filled the room, so quiet that you could hear the sound of breathing.
Charlotte glared fiercely at the man, her furrowed brows adding an air of innocence to her otherwise elegant demeanor.
In contrast, he merely raised an eyebrow upon hearing her words, a slight smirk playing at the corners of his mouth at her irritated appearance.
He advanced a step closer, cornering Charlotte.