章 41: 041 - From the ashes

Earlier, Daemon left the twentieth floor of the hotel, but the conversation between the four girls in room 2009 continued inside. He didn't know, but whether he would have cared even if he knew was another matter.

When Cynthia heard the talk about loveless union, her reverse scale seemed to have been prodded, as she roused herself and reprimanded her friend with more energy back in her voice:

"I forbid you girls from calling it a loveless pit."

After a moment of stunned silence, Kelly could be heard exclaiming with evident surprise:

"Oh my goodness… You… Did you really fall for him?"

Jane hid a smile as she commented:

"Look at her being shy."

But said shyness didn't last long. After breathing deeply, Cynthia explained: