Asher's face flushed with anger, turning a shade of crimson as intense emotions surged within him. For a moment, he was at a complete loss for words.

Lemira paid him no mind and instead walked out of the lounge with Orion by her side.

Lucian considered following them, but with Asher having fainted from anger, he had no choice but to stay behind and care for him.

Outside, Lemira glanced over the lively charity event. "What brings you here?" she asked Orion.

"I was concerned, so I decided to come and see how things were going," he answered, carefully examining her expression. Despite her usual composed demeanor, he couldn't shake off a sense of unease.

He couldn't resist inquiring, "What's your plan regarding the foundation?"

Lemira gave a light shrug, a mischievous smile tugging at her lips. "I was acting. The more I pretend to be reluctant, the more Evelina will trust my words."

She secretly hoped Evelina would make a move on the funds raised today.

Orion had suspected as much, though he had been too distracted by other concerns to fully realize it earlier.

"Today, two prominent society ladies attended, Mrs. Amanda and Mrs. Grace Draven. Likely here out of respect for the Waverlies."

Lemira suddenly turned to him, curiosity in her eyes. "I realized today that I've seen Mrs. Amanda at the hospital once. Do you remember?"

grew slightly awkward.

elevator, seemed like she was avoiding someone. As soon as we stepped out, she

given it


a tightrope walker, precariously balanced over a deep chasm. His stepmother had discovered Lemira was the girl from the car accident years ago, and he knew

do you think about what

identity, fearing she would think he hid it from her because he suspected her

tiptoes and placed a finger over his

her hand. "Please, let

are or where you come

hands. "Don't let Asher's words bother you. You matter more to me

with emotion, as if filled

the courage. "Lemira, actually, I

attention shifted, her gaze landing somewhere beyond him. "Is

kn

turned and, sure enough, there was the kid, caught in the act, hiding behind

tongue in frustration. Was this kid born just to mess


Matthew stood, curious about what had so

gave Matthew a swift nudge with his

quickly fell silent,

witnessing Orion's kick, was startled, but Matthew didn't seem upset. Were they on good

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