When They Beg I Rise (Lemira) novel Chapter 114

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."

Lemira sat down, waiting for her makeover to begin.

Jessica, sitting beside her, said, "Lemira, those trolls online are way out of line, and Evelina even liked their comments. Now everyone thinks you have a sugar daddy. But Lucian is obviously yours. Why won't they clear the air for you?"

Lemira remained calm: "It doesn't matter anymore."

"I used to envy how many brothers you had, but now I see they all favor Evelina. Such brothers are worse than none at all."

Lemira calmly looked at her reflection, having long stopped caring about that.

This life, she had finally broken free from the Langstons to live on her own.