When They Beg, I Rise!

Orion tried to hold back, but eventually, he couldn't resist and kicked out in frustration.

Thaddeus, anticipating his reaction, jumped up and continued, "Didn't you say that she had someone she liked? Maybe it's a classmate, and once they get to college, they'll end up together, all lovey-dovey." "Get lost!"

Orion rubbed his temples, feeling an unexplained irritation growing inside him.

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Lemira took a taxi to the styling studio.

Soon after, Jessica also got out of the car: "Lemmy, are we sure about this place? Never heard of it."

"It's a friend's recommendation, should be good."

Lemira had invited Jessica along since the invitation allowed for a plus-one, regardless of gender.

Entering, Lemira told the receptionist, "I'm here on Thaddeus Draven's recommendation."

"Ms. Langston, Mr. Draven already informed us about you. Please, you and your friend come on in."

for her

comments. Now everyone thinks you have a sugar daddy. But Lucian is obviously yours. Why won't they clear

now I see they all favor Evelina. Such brothers are worse than none at

looked at her reflection, having long stopped caring

life, she had finally broken free from the Langstons to live on her own. Hours

dress, looking into

actually clean up pretty well. Evelina's gaslighting is why

en

with Jessica, Lemira

a taxi to the

saw numerous luxury cars

was a bit nervous: "I've never been to anything like this. I've only seen it on TV. If it weren't for you, I'd be here as

too but tried to sound relaxed: "What's there to

Lemira saw a

over: "Which celebrity has arrived that's got all the

the curb, and Alaric

in a custom evening gown with an emerald