21. A Discussion

ROYCE.

I know the way it was portrayed by members of staff who mentioned it in passing just yesterday in the teachers’ lounge. They all were pretty clear on the fact that she didn’t really seem to show remorse.

“We all know she has compassion towards others, that’s clear by the affection she shows towards her cat.” I say, remembering her excuse about her childhood trauma. I try not to smirk at that, especially with the man in question is sitting right here.

He cocks a brow. “And where the fuck have you seen her around her cat?” He asks sharply.

“Well, due to her childhood trauma, she brought her to school with her, but it was a one off-”

“What fucking trauma involves Malevolent?” Alejandro frowns.

Damn.

“I don’t actually know.” I reply smoothly.

“Oh yeah? Well, don’t believe everything that Lucifer incarnate says.”

Lucifer…

I smile faintly.

“I’ll try not to.” I reply, still hiding my amusement.

It’s clear he doesn’t want to share anything more about her, and without any ins