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."

down, waiting for her makeover

Evelina even liked their comments. Now everyone thinks you have a sugar

you had, but now I see they all favor Evelina. Such

calmly looked at her reflection, having

Langstons to live on her own. Hours later, the

dress, looking into the mirror,

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

en

taking several selfies with Jessica, Lemira checked

taxi to the

numerous luxury

been to anything like this. I've only seen it on TV. If it weren't for you, I'd be here as a staff member helping

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

approached the entrance, Lemira saw a swarm of reporters rushing towards

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

luxury car stopped by the curb, and Alaric

in a custom evening gown with an emerald necklace and jade bracelet, looked every