Chapter 27. Being Hypothetical

Mila questioned Espie in such hushed tones. She sat up straight and began catching her breath in panic. She didn't have to wait long for Espie to respond, as Espie nodded immediately.

Mila felt like a bucket of icy water had been dumped over her entire body. "Oh fuck!"

"Why did you stop talking, Mila? I'm enjoying hearing anything you have to say about me." Mila jerked and dropped the spoon, making a clunking sound.

Espie looked at Mila with wide eyes and tapped her shoulder before leaving. "I should probably clean up the yard." Mila almost grabbed her hand, but Espie was quick to walk away.

Mila bit her lower lip and winced. She took a deep breath and turned to Edward, who was leaning comfortably in the kitchen's archway, while his arms folded in such haughtiness.

Edward's face had a slight smile on it as if he was teasing her, and that affected her greatly.

Mila swallowed, realizing she didn