The tension in the lobby stayed as they waited for Lita's arrival. All throughout, Eli stayed close to Gray. He was still holding his hand tightly. Mara also stayed by their side, though she still looked visibly confused at what was happening.
Meanwhile, the staff members who were disagreeing earlier were now avoiding everyone's eyes. Some looked nervous, while others tried to act as though to tell that there was nothing wrong.
Fortunately, it didn't take long before hurried footsteps echoed from the hallway.
Lita appeared from the corner soon after. She looked slightly out of breath. She rushed on the way here because a staff told her that there was a problem. Her smile was meant to be warm, but when she noticed Gray's grim expression, the smile faded instantly.
"Sir Gray," she breathed out, "they said you were looking for me? Is something wrong?"
Gray didn't answer her right away. He only motioned with his head and nodded. "Let's talk in private."
