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."

sat down, waiting for

even liked their comments. Now everyone thinks you have a sugar daddy. But Lucian is obviously yours. Why

had, but now I see they all favor Evelina. Such brothers are worse

calmly looked at her reflection, having long stopped

finally broken free from the Langstons to live

dress, looking into the mirror,

and snapped several photos: "Lemira you actually clean up pretty well. Evelina's gaslighting is why you always seemed so

en

several selfies with Jessica, Lemira checked the time:

took a taxi to the

Lemira saw numerous luxury cars and reporters

on TV. If it weren't for you, I'd be here as a staff member helping my brother, never entering through

somewhat nervous too but tried to sound

saw a swarm of

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

by the curb, and Alaric

emerald necklace and jade bracelet, looked every inch