Under the Veil I Rule

Chapter 10

Liliana clenched her jaw, practically steaming with anger. But she quickly composed herself, pulling a few napkins to dab away the coffee stain on her face. Her movements were slow and elegant.

"Amara, whether I said the truth or not, you know it pretty well. And for the record, I'm not a homewrecker. You can ask Finn yourself if you don't believe me."

With that, Liliana shot her a disdainful look, picked up her handbag, and left with an air of sophistication.

Elysia watched her retreating figure, cussing out fiercely, "That wretch is such a hypocrite. How shameless!" Amara pressed her lips together tightly, choosing to stay silent.

The fact that Liliana suggested she ask Finnian whether she was the other woman implied that Liliana was confident Finnian would defend her. Their relationship must be strong.

Suddenly, Amara clutched her stomach, feeling a wave of discomfort. "Ely, I'm not feeling well."

"What's wrong?" Elysia asked, alarmed, quickly steadying Amara by the arm.

as quickly as it came. Strange. Her stomach had always been

went back to her meeting, and Amara

Finnian's voice was edged with anger. "What

now with contractions," Finnian said.

shivering slightly. After a few seconds, she found her

to the café, so Amara guessed Liliana would

enough, Finnian confirmed it, and Amara slipped her shoes back on and grabbed

clear things up in front of both of them. It was Kevin's decision not

A voice from inside called, "Come in," and she stepped

sitting attentively by her side, the

in her chest, like a needle prick, and she clenched the door frame vehemently before moving closer to the

said,

when the pale Liliana lifted herself slightly, speaking first. "Ms. Sullivan, I'm sorry

"What do