It had never crossed Pearl's mind that she might not be Beah's daughter. But if she wasn't Beah's daughter, whose daughter was she? "Okay, I got it... Thanks for telling me."

Pearl took a deep breath, unsure of Hugo's intentions but grateful for the information.

Hugo smirked, propping his chin up. "You're welcome. You've given me what I wanted anyway."

"What's that supposed to mean?"

Before Pearl could fully process his words, she felt dizzy. A disorienting sensation overtook her, leaving her off-balance.

"Did you drug the food?"

"How else could

against the dizziness and heat. "Why

want you to be with him. It pisses me off when I see you with him." Hugo stood up and

too weak. "What are

worry. I like you, so I'll

I

you want. All I want is you." Hugo reached out and gently stroked her face. "I know you two have gotten married, but it doesn't matter. I'll take you abroad. We'll

table, struggling.

title." Hugo leaned in for a kiss, knowing the drug should

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