Caden took the bait
Caden felt a wave of relief wash over him as Elara’s agreeable demeanor made the settlement process seem straightforward.
‘I’m glad we can be civil about this,’ he remarked, feeling confident that everything would go smoothly.
He started making plans accordingly, convinced that Elara’s compliance would speed up their separation.
The thought of a quick and easy settlement comforted him, unaware of what Elara was truly planning behind her calm exterior.