Elowen's smile disappeared in an instant. The playful warmth in her expression turned ice-cold as she slowly raised her head to look at the couple. Her gaze was icy, as though she were staring at lifeless objects.

The air seemed to freeze around them.

The moment her eyes shifted with intent, Evander's hand came to rest gently on her shoulder, stopping her before she could act.

He stepped forward, positioning himself between his sister and the couple. His expression softened into a warm, apolo