_Author’s POV_
“Don’t you already know the answer to that question?” Zarelle retorted sarcastically. “Nicholas tipped you off, didn’t he?”
There was a brief silence before Calden’s voice softened. “Don’t stay out too late. And go easy on the alcohol.”
Zarelle was taken aback by Calden’s unsolicited concern. For a moment, she struggled to recognize the man on the other end of the line. Since the divorce, Calden had been acting in ways that constantly surprised her.
Shaking off her bewilderment, Zarelle regained her composure and replied coldly, “It’s none of your business.”
She ended the call without waiting for a reply.
Observing Zarelle’s expression, Elsa frowned. She had caught snippets of the conversation and couldn’t believe Calden called just to show concern for Za
