Chapter 30: The Regret
Author: Amma Brandon
last update2026-07-16 00:08:18

Sloane smiled coldly and wrapped her arm tightly around Lysander’s. She leaned against his shoulder, looking at me with a triumphant glare.

"In fact, you should know that Lysander is my boyfriend now. A real man who actually belongs in high society."

"A boyfriend?" I let out a sharp, mocking laugh. "Congratulations, Sloane. You two deserve each other. A treacherous woman and a man who loves picking up scraps. It's a perfect match."

Sloane’s face turned red. "Watch your mouth, Riven! I am about
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