At that time, she didn't think things would get this serious, especially since her first instinct was to secretly investigate the events of that year without letting Mason Nightshade know. This naturally couldn't be divulged to Mason!
Who knew the news would still reach Mason's ears.
Aurelia considered releasing the soldier. If Mason saw that she was scared, maybe his heart would soften and he would forgive her?
But upon second thought, Aurelia dismissed the idea.
What if Mason was really heartless, ignored her, and left her to the soldier... She would suffer, frightened out of her wits, and still unable to win him back.
Aurelia's guess wasn't impossible. That soldier was useless, with a fearsome appearance, yet he wasn't truly going to harm her.
Mason went straight to the study, while Aurelia returned to the bedroom and dialed Hadrian Turner's number.
