(Elena's POV)

I felt chills flow down my spine. I was stunned while staring at Marion.

He was not moved by the statement he has made. He remained confident as we stood completely, lost in silence.

"Is this a joke or what?" I could not take my eyes off him as I patiently waited for his reply.

For the first time, he looked down. Then, he lifted his face again. "No, I'm not kidding. What I have told you is nothing but the truth."

"So....?" I raised my eyebrows.

"So what, Elena?" he raised his eyebrows too. It appeared as if we were both locked in a gazing competition. We...