As they made their way back to the main hall, Lena was still caught up in the thrill of being "rescued by a beauty." Elise was just too cool—so young, yet so decisive and straightforward, never wasting a moment.
The look on Stellan’s face, furious but unable to act, was absolutely satisfying.
Elise, catching Lena’s unfiltered look of admiration, felt a bit uncomfortable. She glanced to the side, trying to play it off. "Just so you know, I didn’t do that for you. I just couldn’t stand what I was seeing."
"Well, I helped you once, and now you’ve helped me. I’d say we’re even."
Elise gave a haughty look. "I told you, it wasn’t to help you..."
Her refusal to admit it was adorable. Lena handed over a phone. "Alright then, leave me your contact. In case I need help in the future, I can reac
