Griselda POV

Both of us turned out heads towards the door and saw Arcado leaning against it. He studied our expressions with observing eyes and I hoped he didn’t see the tears that were dried up on both of our faces because if he did, we would be forced to answer his questions.

"Were you guys crying?", he asked, while walking over to us.

"N-no", I answered, gulping when he gave me a sharp look.

"Sophia?", he turned towards her, waiting for the honest answer.

"Well, you know girl stuff", she waved her hands dismissively and Arcado looked like he bought it.

Sighing in relief, I began to walk out...