Chapter 26. Cornered

Because when Garrett finally found Elice, faced her and sat down with her, all the considerations and thoughts that accompanied Garrett seemed to disappear. More than that, he was curious about Elice's current situation. About her life now.

"Have you been well for the last six months?"

With just one glance, Garrett could feel the shock in Elice's eyes. But then she quickly regained control of herself. She seemed calm, although there was still a subtle tremor.

Garrett smiled faintly. "I've come to the club several times since that night. I thought you would come back and we could talk like that. But you never came back. It made me wonder."

"I'm fine," Elice replied with a returning smile. Despite her surprise at seeing Garrett again, she had to admit it. "Thank you."

"For asking about your well-being?"

Elice shook her head slightly. "No," she replied. "But thank you for tonight."

Elice's shoulders seemed to rise with rhythm for a momen