Chapter 11 A Heartless Man

• In the present moment, if Nelson lacked a smug smile lingering on his lips, Leilani would have been skeptical that he had intentionally placed his foot to provoke her.
• Reacting swiftly, she grabbed a handful of tissues from the table and offered them to Lucas, "My apologies, sir. Please forgive me," she pleaded, visibly terrified.
• Gently, Lucas wiped the water from his face and suit, "It's alright, my dear. These things happen, I'll just clean up," he reassured her with a soft smile, preparing to stand up.