Adrians softened tone was unmistakable.

Rose paused mid-step, steeling herself to stay composed.

If possible, she wanted to keep the elders out of this. Her grandfathers health was too fragile for shocks.

Since Adrian seemed to waver, Rose decided to push a bit further, her voice deliberately lowering with humility. She turned to face him, tears shimmering in her eyes, her voice choked with emotion.

What do you want from me? Do you really ...