Your eyes have turned as black as a Crow's, she blurted out. He didn't even blink over her bizarre comment. Not this time, Christina, he said in a furious whisper. Compliments won't get me off balance again, my little temptress. I swear to God, if you ever again dismiss me so casually, I'm going to–– Oh, it wasn't a compliment, Christina interrupted, letting him see her irritation. How presumptuous of you to think it was. The Crow is our enemy.
In this exchange, Christina makes a sharp remark about the man's eyes, comparing them to a crow's, which he interprets as a compliment. However, he is already frustrated with her dismissive attitude. His anger is palpable as he warns her against belittling him again, suggesting there is a history of tension between them.
Christina quickly clarifies that her comment was not meant to flatter; rather, she views the crow as a symbol of their enmity. Her brusque interjection hints at her determination not to be underestimated, showcasing a complex dynamic between them where irritation and deeper issues collide.
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