As Giovanni stood there, his expression a mix of surprise and disbelief that rendered him momentarily speechless, I seized the chance to rise back to my feet, adopting an air of nonchalance as if nothing had changed, as if there were no shadows lurking within me.
“Do you truly believe I was taken in by your tale about the Devil's arrival?” I inquired, my tone smooth and collected, as if I had emerged from a deep trance, fully aware of my surroundings.
His eyes widened in astonishment and as quick as a vampire, I snatched the terrified human from his grasp and whisking her behind the ornate throne, placing her out of harm's way.
The woman who had been clinging to Giovanni’s side began to approach me, curiosity etched across her features, but Giovanni raised his hand sharply, a silent c
