Adrian—not even in his wildest dreams—had expected the Patriarch of the Vermillion Clan to show up at his doorstep.
Naturally, he invited him inside, offering him a seat and a glass of water.
Adrian remained standing, which prompted the man to say with a calm tone, "Please, sit. I'm only here for a casual conversation." He insisted.
Adrian gave a small nod and took the seat across from him.
For a few moments, silence lingered between them. Neither spoke until Reid finished half the glass of water.
Then, turning his gaze toward Adrian, he studied him quietly for a second before asking,
"I assume you're here accompanying your employer and cousin?"
Adrian nodded. "Yes. I knew I might get the chance to meet my father… and I was also concerned about Ariana's safety. So I came along."
Reid didn't know much about Adrian's father—only his name and noble rank—so he simply nodded in acknowledgment.
