Under the Veil I Rule

Chapter 168

"You are as stubborn as a mule, is there really any point in dragging this out?"

Like everyone else, Dorian didn't think Finnian had any real interest in Amara. No, he figured Finnian was tormenting Amara over being cheated on. But still, this was a classic case of cutting off his nose to spite his face, totally unnecessary. Why couldn't Finnian see that?

Meanwhile, Amara was just about to hit the hay when her phone buzzed with a message from Elysia. "Ama, how was the birthday bash today? Did Finnian lose his cool?"

Amara had almost managed to push the whole ordeal out of her mind, but Elysia's message brought it all rushing back. She sighed, trying to compose a reply, when her phone rang. It was Elysia.

"Ama, I've been texting Keith but he's not replying. What's going on with you guys?"

Amara was puzzled. Why was Elysia messaging Keith first instead of her? They weren't exactly besties. Shrugging off the thought, she replied, "Not great."

"Huh? What's the deal?" Elysia pressed on.

No, she would definitely confront him. But if she kept

bit complicated. Can I come over and tell you in person? Are

"Yeah, I'm home."

be

got dressed and headed over to Elysia's place. Once inside, they settled on the couch, and Amara grabbed Elysia's arm, saying, "Promise me you won't lose your temper after I tell you this. You have to

extracting a promise from Elysia that she wouldn't fly off the handle, Amara

She leapt to her feet. "That son of a gun, Finnian! I'm gonna give

storm out

her back. "You promised you

fumed, launching into a tirade against Finnian before continuing, "What on earth is that bastard thinking? He's gone

him

thoughts: Finnian was upset about being cuckolded. Rich guys

It was disheartening to realize that the man she'd admired for