manipulative conversation
Caden arrived, and Elara greeted him calmly. She expertly controlled the topic, leaving him feeling both guilty and hopeful. “I never wanted things to end this way,” she replied, lowering her gaze. Caden squirmed at the weight of her words. She instilled doubt and shame in his mind by portraying herself as the victimized one seeking reconciliation.
Manipulative Conversation
subtle hints
Throughout their chat, Elara made subtle references to Liora’s background. “Have you ever truly known her? “Before all this?” she inquired, innocently. Caden’s frown grew. Such words caused him to question the foundation of his relationship with Liora. “What do you mean?” he inquired, attempting to dismiss his doubts. Elara shrugged, keeping her look calm. “People aren’t always what they seem,” she said, leaving him to reflect on her words.
Subtle Hints
