Gerald's expression didn't change, but there was a slight pause before he answered. "It's good that you know," he said simply, not bothering to deny it.
Ellen stared at Gerald as his words sank in. He wasn't even trying to hide it anymore—his true nature, his unwavering loyalty to Aubrey, was now out in the open. Well... If Gerald wasn't going to hide who he was, then she had no reason to hold back either. She would stand her ground, no matter what.
She straightened up in her chair, crossing her arms over her chest. Her gaze was steady as she looked at Gerald, her lips curling into a small, almost mocking smile. "I didn't know you loved Aubrey this much, Gerald," she said, her voice deceptively calm. "But tell me, does Aubrey love you this much too?"
