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Chapter Eighty-Five: Hidden Truths

Author: Suni
last update publish date: 2026-01-28 18:55:23

Vera's POV

I froze, my hand still raised from where it had struck his face. The sound of the slap echoed in my ears, mixing with the pounding of my heart.

What had I done?

I'd never hit anyone before but the frustration and betrayal had exploded out of me before I could stop it.

"Vera –" Dante's voice was gentle despite the red mark forming on his cheek. His hand caught my wrist as I tried to pull away. "Please don't go."

"Let me go," I said, my voice breaking.

"Not until you listen to me," he
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