When They Beg I Rise (Lemira) novel Chapter 154

"I kinda figured as much."

"Well, if you knew, there was no need for you to go down there."

His tone was domineering, almost like a command.

A rebellious streak surged within Lemira, her lips pressed slightly, "I'll be right back, don't wait up." After that, she closed the door behind her.

Orion watched her leave, his gaze lingering on the door. He massaged his temples in frustration. Was she throwing a tantrum against him?

He moved to the balcony for a better view of the building's entrance. Sure enough, there stood Alaric, standing next to his car.

Orion rested his hand on the railing, his eyes fixed on the entrance.

It wasn't long before Lemira came into view, her figure small and her pace slow. After watching her for a moment, Orion turned back into the room.

Lemira's emotions were a whirlwind. Had she been too obvious? She couldn't help but glance back at the apartment, only to find the balcony now empty.

Feeling a pang of disappointment, she forced herself to look away. She couldn't afford to dwell on Orion now. It wasn't right.

Adjusting her feelings, Lemira approached the complex's entrance where Alaric was waiting, leaning against the car door.

"What do you want to say?" She walked over, expressionless, "I don't have all day."

Alaric gave Lemira a long look, reluctantly acknowledging the changes in her. His tone was stiff, "I admit, I wasn't the best to you in the past. I didn't consider your feelings in handling some things, and I made you feel aggrieved."

A hint of surprise crossed Lemira's eyes, "It’s rare to see the day you'd apologize so sincerely. Are you done?"

Alaric’s lips were parted, "It's not like that."

"You're only interested in the benefit. You only care about the team's success. As to others, you don't care the least."

Lemira had long seen through Alaric.

She hadn't wanted to confront it before. But now, if they were speaking plainly, she wanted to set the record straight.

Alaric nearly lost his balance, his voice tinged with hysteria, "I care about more than just winning. I care about you. A team without you isn't what I envisioned at all!"

He remembered his initial reason for forming the team was his sister, a detail he'd lost sight of over time. Now that Lemira was leaving, he realized it might be too late.

"Lemmy, can't you give the team another chance?" And give him another chance?