Her gaze dipped toward Delilah's wrist.
Delilah's fingers curled gently around the bracelet.
The red diamonds pressed against her palm.
For one sudden moment, she could feel Phei's hands fastening it around her wrist again. Could hear his quiet request for permission before touching even something as simple as jewelry to her skin.
May I?
He had asked before fastening the bracelet and claiming her heart officially.
He had waited before taking anything else.
"And you?" Delilah asked softly.
Yuki's fingers shifted against the steering wheel.
"I am conducting research."
"Yuki, you are jealous."
For a few moments, only the engine and the faint whisper of tires filled the cabin.
Then Yuki admitted, "Fine. You are right."
Delilah waited.
"I suppose I am somewhat... like Elena."
Delilah's expression softened immediately.
"You compared yourself to Elena?"
"In one specific respect."
Delilah nodded for her to continue.
Yuki breathed in slowly.
