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The Family business

Author: Bea Baum
last update Last Updated: 2025-09-10 13:05:05

BRYNN POV

Something shifts in Vex’s expression—a brief flicker of genuine interest breaking through his calculated facade.

“Brynn.”

He says my name like he's testing how it feels in his mouth, committing it to memory.

He sets his glass down, moving toward a sleek laptop on the kitchen counter.

“Get some rest, Brynn. We have 3 days before the gala.”

His phone buzzes. He checks it, his expression hardening.

“My men found something in your building. Looks like Mantis was searching for more than just you.”

He turns the screen toward you—a photo of a hidden compartment in your apartment wall, now exposed, empty except for a small mantis symbol scratched into the drywall.

“Seems like your stepsister left you a gift.”

I stare at the screen. My expression never changing. Why am I not surprised? Jessie hates me.

“Well she never did like me much.” I chuckle nervously

I continue to walk to the bedroom. I check the room out. It’s dark, black walls and red lights bordering the walls at the top.
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