Under the Veil I Rule novel Chapter 87

"Ely."

Amara didn't look at anyone else; she went straight to Elysia's side and whispered, "Don’t waste time with them. Let's go."

She wanted to get Elysia out of there. Finnian blocked her path, his brow slightly furrowed. "Why are you here too?"

It made sense that Elysia, with her connections, would know where they were, but Amara's presence was unexpected.

"She told me," Amara replied as she cast a frosty glance at Liliana, who stood behind Finnian.

Finnian turned around. "You sent her a message?"

"Sure did."

Liliana flicked her hair back, her demeanor both languid and alluring.

"Ms. Sullivan’s friend is here, but I noticed she seemed to come without informing her, so I figured I'd give her a heads-up. I meant no harm, just thought Ms. Sullivan should know."

Finnian didn't respond, some beams of the room's dim light resting on his hair, which only made his eyes appear darker, concealing any emotion.

Amara didn't want a confrontation. Minutes ago, when Liliana texted her, she had been out shopping and hurried over in a rush. She hadn’t expected to find not only Finnian but also Dorian and Jessica there.

She knew all too well how much influence Dorian had over Elysia; seeing them together would surely upset her. Amara just wanted to take Elysia away.

She held Elysia's hand, intent on leaving. But this time, it was Dorian who blocked her path.