Devil's Prisoner of Love by Prefer

Chapter 884: Not a Single Slap Less

She had already been shaved down to a buzz cut. Even without a mirror, Aveline knew she looked terrible. If another fifty slaps landed on her, how could she possibly endure it?

Aveline shot a cold glance at the so-called "friend" who had lured her into this trap. If she hadn't been vigilant ahead of time and informed Orion, she would have undoubtedly suffered a great loss today.

"Liora, when you asked me to deliver the love letter, I had no idea it was for Orion. I was reluctant from the start, but you kept pushing me. Later, you dragged me to the grove against my will. I refused countless times, but you insisted. From beginning to end, the only thing I did wrong to you was running away and leaving you behind. At the time, it was an emergency, and I acted rashly. I admit that was my mistake.

But for you to insult me behind my back over this, to lure me here and plan harm against me-your wrongs far outweigh mine. From this moment forward, our friendship is over."

Liora had always thought that, despite Aveline's cold personality, she was actually a kind person. Every time Liora needed help, Aveline had always agreed.

"Aveline, I beg you, just say a few good words to Orion for me," Liora pleaded, assuming her usual tactic of sweet-talking would resolve the situation.

Aveline's expression didn't change. "Liora, if I gave you the illusion that I am a good person, that's my fault. Do you know why I've never refused any of your requests before?"

"Why?" Liora asked, puzzled. She had always found it strange. Aveline was known for her aloofness, keeping her distance from others. Many girls had tried to get close to her but failed.

Yet, somehow, Liora had succeeded. Whenever she wanted to copy Aveline's

homework, borrow money, or ask her to run errands, Aveline had never said no. This had emboldened Liora to push further, even asking her to deliver the love letter-a favor that exploited Aveline's accommodating nature.

But the reason for Aveline's compliance had never crossed Liora's mind. Now, she was curious.

"It's because your personality reminded me of my little sister. I love my sister deeply. Whatever you asked of me, I agreed to because I treated you as if you were her.

But just now, I saw your ugly side. My sister could never be like you. From that moment on, you were no longer special to me. You are just like everyone else now.

Liora, you need to understand something: I have never been a kind person. Hit her. Not a single slap less."

coldness emanating from

temperament had to be the result of Julian's teachings

beat them

me. If no one provokes you, don't provoke anyone. But if someone dares to bully you, then fight back with everything

isn't that the same thing?"

is between being aggressive and being defensive. We don't go looking for trouble, but we

it, Mom. I

won't provoke them. But if they dare to cross me, I'll

her here, it might have been forgivable. But slapping her? That was the line she should never have

slaps echoed as Celestia was punished.

trembling. She felt as

gaze was ice-cold. "Liora, your biggest mistake was slapping my face. The only people allowed to hit me in this world are my parents. Since you enjoy ganging up on

tired. Let me take you home." "Okay, Orion, carry me," Aveline said, her rare moment of playfulness surfacing. If

catch every twist and turn. The next chapter awaits, exclusively on our site. Dive in now! Orion didn't hesitate. He scooped her up into a princess carry and walked away. Behind them, the

Orion. But watching them now, it was clear that Orion was the one who

their relationship was, it no longer mattered to Liora. That was a world she could never

head against Orion's chest. He could tell she was still

go too easy on them? Want me to go back and punish them some

They probably won't even show up to school tomorrow. Just one slap can leave someone's face

why are you

ever

to be your friend. Don't dwell on

"Mm. Let's go home."

called in sick, her face too