It was the trust between the two women that kept their bond strong - Evalina knew full well how much Elladora could ruin her should any of her secrets find their way into society's chatterings. Then again, Elladora knew how much Eva could do the same to her. Some would call it mutually assured destruction, however, Eva preferred to ignore that aspect and think they bonded over their mutual flaws in the eyes of society.

Elladora was closer to her than her husband - closer than anyone's best friend would really be, she suspected. It added a bit of excitement and buzz to their daily lives, she thought, as another grin crossed her face. "Even if he wanted to, he would never get it in the true sense, Elladora," she said, her eyes flashing with desire. "You are the only one privy to such luxuries."