Chapter 1627

Skyler let out a sigh of relief, her nerves finally unwinding after a day stretched taut like a violin string. She sank into the armchair in the corner of the room, the kind you’d find in a cozy, book-lined study, and pulled out her phone. Tapping on the WhatsApp icon, she scrolled to her chat with Iris. [Hey, Iris, you asleep yet?]

Iris replied almost instantly, [I’m really scared!]

Reading that simple line, Skyler felt a lump forming in her throat. [Don’t be scared, kiddo. I’m just getting hitched in the Capital, not walking into a lion’s den. And hey, your future brother-in-law is a gem. Plus, I’ll be on the lookout, making sure no one ever messes with you again.]

Iris typed back, [Skyler…]

Skyler continued, [Did you finish your homework from the tutor today?]

everything like you told me. I’m working hard so I can get into the same

and in a few years, I’ll have you join me for college.]e2

palpable even through text. [Does that

[Absolutely!]

to be

She took Skyler’s words to heart, believing them without question. Skyler couldn’t

a kiss

[Night, Iris…]

seeking someone to confide in, but no name felt right. The ruckus from Zavier and the others playing video games downstairs-gunshots and explosions from their war-themed

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