章節 167: Return To Crystal Fang

[William’s POV]

I make my way across the room while Elise’s eyes burn into my back and my father’s burn into my head. It is clear both are chomping at the bit to explode, but they’re both attempting to hold back.

“You wanted to talk, right?” I ask my father when I reach him. “Then come with me.”

For a moment, he doesn’t speak as he continues to take in Elise, who is being obedient for once and remaining in place.

“Before that, you better explain to me what is going on here.” He huffs.

“Isn’t it obvious?” Elise calls before I can even speak. “We’re doing what adults do.” As she speaks, she lets a smug smile spread across her lips. “Are you blind or just too stupid to understand?”

“Watch it.” My father growls, his eyes flashing. “I highly doubt anyone would care if a criminal went missing.”

“A criminal.” She repeats, her voice filling with amusement. “So you’ve heard of me?”

“You…”