"I thought you said you didn't know Belle's whereabouts?" Vin muttered under his breath, his words tinged with suspicion as he shot a warning glance at Alex, who met his gaze with an apologetic look but remained silent, unable to offer an explanation for his slip-up.
Alex's heart sank as he felt the weight of Vin's scrutiny. He had been meticulous in concealing his sister's whereabouts, knowing that Vin's relentless inquiries could lead to unintended consequences. Yet, he accidentally disclosed his sister's whereabouts.
"I'd love to visit your city someday, maybe after the holiday," Vin interjected, his tone shifting as he directed his attention towards Sherly, seeking to steer the conversation away from the uncomfortable tension that hung in the air.
