Chapter 10

Alessia's POV

The pin-dropping silence makes me feel uncomfortable. I tried not to look in Stefano's direction, but it only added to my anxiety and it feels like my skin is starting to create some blisters. I want to run away, but my feet are glued in one place. I wanted to escape but I can't.

"Please have a seat, Lady Condor." Stefano formally promised me. I can't help changing because that's not what he calls me. I am not a noble by birth. Calling me a lady is like a mockery to the noble society. But what should I expect? Fondness? I left them no matter how he begged for me to stay. Naturally, he will treat me like a guest that he's not close with.

I sat on the soft chair and said nothing. I can feel his stare bore into my very skin. The pressure inside the room is not helping either.

"How are you, Lady Condor?" He asked me. His voice is laced with formality with no other hint of emotion. The playful Stefano that I am used to, I cannot trace it as of the moment.

"I've been well, my