I can't affor to lose you

"What do you think you are doing?"

Selene's eyes widened in shock and anxiety as she quickly turned to face the newcomer, her hands trembling. Adrian's gaze followed hers, his own surprise growing as he saw the beautiful yet imposing figure standing just behind her.

It was none other than Aria, her purple eyes blazing with an intensity that made Selene's ruby gaze seem pale in comparison. The air around her crackled with barely contained power, her presence a stark contrast to the chaos and desperation of the clearing.

"Em... D-Don't misunderstand!" Selene stammered, her voice faltering. "I was just..."

Aria's expression hardened, her gaze shifting to Adrian's prone form. "Just what?" she demanded, her tone leaving no room for excuses. "Were you planning to poison him?"

Selene's face went pale, her composure crumbling under Aria's scrutiny. "No, I was just trying to help him. He was injured, and I thought..."