"You really don't know how to respect ladies," Lilith muttered under the dim light of midnight, her voice a sultry whisper that carried a hint of playful reproach.
Her crimson eyes fell on the uninvited guest, staring at her with a casual look that bordered on indifference.
The faint glow from the moon outside cast long shadows across the room, highlighting the elegant curves of her bare form as she lounged against the edge of the bed.
"I do. But you're not a lady," Aaron replied, his tone dry and unflinching, arms folded as he leaned against the wall.
"Tch. How annoying. Guess it's time, right?" Lilith asked, tilting her head slightly, her long hair cascading like dark silk over one shoulder.
"Should be asking you. You told me to meet you secretly today," Aaron shot back, his gaze steady, refusing to let her steer the conversation into familiar teasing territory.
