As she tucked her phone away, she could feel Alice’s eyes on her, the intensity of the glare almost palpable. Flora refused to acknowledge it, focusing instead on the lighthearted banter with Damien that had lifted her spirits. She was relieved when Eva came back into the dining room, her phone and charger in hand. “All set,” Eva announced, her tone upbeat. She shot a glance at Alice, who was still glaring daggers at Flora, and then back to Flora, raising an eyebrow as if to say, *Is she always this pleasant in the morning?* Flora rolled her eyes in response and stood up, smoothing down the front of her blouse. “Let’s get going, then,” she said, grateful to have an excuse to leave the oppressive atmosphere of the dining room. She placed a hand on Eva’s arm, guiding her toward the door. As they walked out, Flora could feel the weight of Alice’s stare following them, a silent threat that hung in the air long after they had left the room. But Flora didn’t
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