Frederick replied, “No one has.”
Leah chuckled. “Because all the people around you are flatterers, aren’t they? All this time, you haven’t had anyone tell you the truth. No need to thank me—I’m just naturally helpful.”
Silence fell.
Frederick’s hands, resting on his lap, showed the faintest hint of tension, his fingers slightly curling. A subtle reaction, almost invisible, yet it betrayed how Leah’s words had actually gotten under his skin.
Was she switching personas?
Her usual stiff and reserved act wasn’t working, so she was trying something new?
Well, it was somewhat effective. Her changed demeanor and sharper words had made him look her way a few more times than usual. But only a few times—she shouldn’t expect anything more.
Just then, Leah broke the silence. “Eric, take a left
