"Tell me... does it bother you?" Adrian asked, voice dripping with practiced condescension.
"Standing here while the important people conduct important business? Or have you gotten used to being left outside?"
Alex's expression finally shifted... not anger, not offense, just the faintest trace of amusement that suggested he was watching something mildly entertaining but ultimately meaningless.
Like a puppy barking at thunder.
Alex decided to ignore him.
His gaze drifted past Adrian's shoulder, finding Seraphine standing near the entrance.
She was still watching, that mysterious smile playing at the corners of her mouth as if she were being thoroughly entertained by the entire display.
Adrian's voice sharpened immediately.
He couldn't handle the audacity... this boy ignoring him while he was still speaking.
