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."

waiting for her

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

envy how many brothers you had, but now I see they all favor Evelina. Such brothers are worse than none

her reflection, having long stopped

life, she had finally broken free from the Langstons to live on

into her dress, looking into the mirror, somewhat

her phone and snapped several photos: "Lemira you actually clean up

en

Jessica,

took a taxi to the event,

Lemira saw numerous luxury cars and reporters lurking

it on TV. If it weren't for you, I'd be here as a staff member

tried to sound relaxed: "What's there to worry about? We're

Lemira saw a swarm of reporters

celebrity has arrived that's

car stopped by the curb, and Alaric along

emerald necklace and jade bracelet,