Bab 154: Star of the Night (2)

"What's wrong?" Adrienne asked when she noticed Kalista's conflicting expression. Did they overlook something?

"Just thinking how they managed to drug you, Miss." Kalista answered. "Master wouldn't be pleased once he found out we've failed to protect you."

"You haven't failed yet." Adrienne corrected her. "Unless I was caught and lost my innocence, you and the rest haven't failed yet and I know that even if we have to face them head to head, you won't forsake me."

Kalista looked at Adrienne blankly. According to Irina, their young mistress had her own way to deal with her enemies and it was hard to fathom what she was thinking. However, as Kalista met Adrienne's eyes, she could feel nothing but curiosity.