The Exception

Did this mean... Was it as she thought it was? Lucille was stunned for a moment but quickly reacted and replied, "Thank you, Mr. Lindsay. However, I've always preferred not to trouble others. This time is an exception." Her subtle refusal was a rejection. Of course, Amore understood the undertone in Lucille's words. She wanted to distance herself from him. Perhaps that from the beginning until now, apart from the identity of friends, there was no other relationship between them. These were Lucille's intentions which were also reflected through her attitude all along. Amore lowered his gaze, and a momentary flicker of disappointment and helplessness glinted in his eyes. Lucille sat on the living room couch and sipped on a cup of coffee handed over by a servant. Hugo, George, and the other members of the Flame Army were arranged to stay in another villa. This villa was just behind. It was fully equipped, intended to cater guests. The servant said respectfully, "Please rest here. We've pr