Innocent Is the Most Dangerous

The two descended the staircase, their eyes meeting with those of the few people sitting on the sofa in the hall. There was not a single pair of eyes that could withstand a penetrating gaze. For a moment, the atmosphere seemed to quiet down. The light footsteps of the two seemed incredibly somber, adding an air of intrigue and tension. "Didn't expect so many big shots to come to this backwater place called Akenlin this year." Ace of Spades glanced over several people, sending a nod their way. "Mr. William, Mr. Grey, Mr. Babbitt." His gaze finally landed back on the girl in the center. "And this beautiful young lady." Ace of Spades eyed Valentina subtly. Evidently, among all those present, she seemed the least harmful, naive, and also the safest. However, from her confident demeanor and aura, Ace of Spades knew that this was likely quite the opposite. The one who appeared the most harmless might be the most dangerous. And from the seating arrangement, it wasn't hard to notice that she c