Fear

As expected, Erasmi had already reached Elena's house before Demetri. He stood by the front gate, surveying the surroundings with a keen eye. As Demetri approached, Erasmi greeted him with a nod, noting the tension in his twin's demeanor. "What did you find?" Erasmi asked.

As Erasmi listened, he heard the frustration and worry there and sighed," Demetri, you stay outside. I'll go in."

Demetri's brow furrowed, and he shook his head vehemently. "No, Erasmi. This involves both of us. We need to handle it together."

Erasmi's expression hardened slightly. "Demetri, you know I can handle Elena better than you. She's more likely to crack if I'm the one questioning her."

"I don't care. In fact, I can handle her as well as you. I'm not going to stand out here while you go in alone. We don't know what she might do."