Chapter 21

Evangeline dabbed her mouth with the handkerchief Zach had given her, silently grateful for the distraction it provided from Klein's probing question. Just in time, Jeremy burst into the restroom, holding a bottle of water, his concerned gaze sweeping over the trio.

"Here's your water," Jeremy announced, handing the bottle to Evangeline.

"Thanks, Jerry," she replied softly, twisting off the cap and taking a sip.

"Feeling better?" Jeremy inquired, his worry evident in his voice, as Evangeline nodded and made her way out of the restroom.

Klein couldn't shake the feeling that Evangeline was avoiding his question. As he watched the three exit, his gaze sharpened, reminiscent of a predator studying its prey's every move.

He couldn't fathom the audacity of the hand subtly placed on Evangeline's waist, as if claiming ownership over her. The sight irked him.

Klein silently trailed behind Evangeline, his presence unnoticed by her.

Evangeline's surprise was palpable as she felt a hand on her wa