Mrs. Hills glanced at the living room. Beauty's expression said it all.

"I'm sorry... but I don't think Beauty will want to..."

"Pardon me, Mrs. Hills, but I'm well aware of her relationship with Bruno Hathaway. We're just friends."

Mrs. Hills' eyes widened in surprise.

"Oh, I see. Well, come on in, dear."

Eric stepped inside, his eyes scanning the room until they landed on Beauty.

"Beauty! It's good to see you," he said, then glanced at Bruno.

Seeing the jealous expression on Bruno's face, Eric smirked to himself.

Beauty stared at him, dumbfounded, her mouth slightly open.

"Eric? What... why are you here?" she muttered.

"Who is this?" Mr....