Seeing his chance to break free, Vincent sat up and asked with concern, "Ms. Moore, are you feeling all right? You don't look so good." Calliope shot him a glare, her feelings a tangled mess.Was he playing dumb, or did he really not get it? Thinking back to the idea Ayla had given her, she couldn't help regretting it.But there was no turning back now. She had to see it through.Calliope took a long, slow breath to ground herself. There was a hint of resignation in her voice as she said, "I'm fine. Just help me sit up."Moving closer, Vincent supported her by the arm and helped her sit up. He caught the faint scent drifting from her, stirring something unfamiliar in his chest.A second later, the lights came on. A warm glow filled the room, making the atmosphere subtly intimate.Once settled, Calliope studied him for a moment, a faint smile on her lips.Clearing her throat, she said, "Well, Mr. Carter. I believe you owe me answers."Vincent knew he was in the wrong, but h
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