Evelina, with an air of arrogance, called out to the staff, Can’t you see I need help here? Are you all blind?” But the staff ignored her, rushing into the villa’s living room. Evelina was left to hobble her way towards the villa on her own.
Inside, Lemira admired the decor. This place really reminds me of Lyria, she remarked. Lucian nodded in agreement. Yes, our parents decorated it back in the day, and we’ve tried to keep everything the same, just as they intended. A nostalgic glimmer flickered in Lemira’s eyes.
Noticing Evelina’s entrance from the corner of her eye, Lemira decided to stir the pot. So, where’s my room? she inquired. Lucian quickly responded, Upstairs. We’ve got it all set up for you. Oh, I see, Lemira smirked, her eyes landing on Evelina. I guess that means someone’s going to be without a room? Feigning innocence, she added, But hey, not much I can do. This house was bought by my parents, and the biggest, best room was always meant for me.
Evelina was fuming but shot back, Well, Asher bought me another house as compensation. It seemed Asher really did have a soft spot for Evelina. Lucian, seeing through Evelina’s bragging, said, Since Asher got you another place, maybe you should move there. Evelina’s face went pale, at a loss for words. Caspian nodded in agreement. Exactly. It’s not like we’re family. Living together doesn’t really make sense.
Evelina burst into tears, but no one stepped in to comfort her. Lucian, Caspian, and Alaric all buzzed around Lemira, treating Evelina as if she were invisible. Lemira sauntered upstairs, casting a triumphant glance back at Evelina in the hall. This was only the beginning.
Back in her room, Lemira felt a wave of mixed emotions. In a past life, she’d never even set foot in this place, let alone claimed this room. It had been Evelina’s domain, with no space for Lemira.
Dinner time came around quickly. Asher returned, and Evelina was the first to greet him, as he was the only one in the house who would give her attention apart from her brothers. Asher noticed the scrape on Evelina’s arm and his expression darkened. What happened to you? Evelina stammered, When Lemmy came back, I accidentally got in her way, and she got mad. But don’t hold it against her, Asher. It’s been so long since she’s been home. I don’t want to fight with her.
Asher fumed, Does Lemira think she can just do whatever she wants now that she’s back? Fuming, Asher stormed into the living room. Evelina smirked from the sidelines. As long as Asher was on her side, no one else could touch her.
Lemira lounged on the sofa, watching Asher approach with fire in his eyes, undoubtedly thanks to Evelina’s instigation. Asher spoke first. Lémira, you’ve caused chaos е since you stepped foot in here Why’d you have to injure Eve? Lemira said nothing, merely raising an eyebrow with a look of amused disdain.
Caspian, in a burst of anger, stood up, grabbed Evelina by the hair, and pushed her to the ground. Evelina screamed, Asher! Asher was too stunned to react, staring at Caspian. What are you doing?
Asher, I’m showing you exactly how Evelina got hurt. See? This had nothing to do with Lemira!
It took Asher a moment to find words. You can’t just go around hitting her!
Lemira burst out laughing, finding the entire scene absurd. Asher turned his ire on her. You’ve got the nerve to laugh, Lemira? This whole mess started because of you.
Lemira set her glass down with a
thud, sarcasm dripping from her words. Seems like I’m not welcome here, so maybe I should leave. I
guess all that talk about
reconciliation was just that-talk.
With that, she walked out of the villa.
Caspian shrugged, throwing caution to the wind. Asher, if Alaric and I end up in
jail, it’ll be your fault for driving Lemira away. Asher’s face was a mix of anger and frustration as he rushed out to chase after Lemira.