"It's okay. I understand her. It's normal to feel very anxious meeting new people," Rayven said, donning yet another mask of reassurance that concealed the currents of thought swirling beneath.
As he settled back into his seat, his mind raced with schemes and tactics. The secrets surrounding Ciara intrigued him, and Rayven couldn't shake the feeling that a direct contact with the little girl might unravel the mysteries he sought to uncover.
With a calculated glint in his eye, Rayven pondered the best way to approach Ciara, knowing that she might hold the key to unlocking the secrets that entwined their fates.
As dinner drew to a close, Sean found himself accompanying Rayven for a stroll in the garden, a directive whispered to him by Claire.
Her subtle suggestion urged Sean to familiarize himself more with Rayven.
Even though Claire had not known Rayven for too long, she believed that Rayven was a far superior match for Sean than Ryota could ever be.
