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48: The Breaking Point

Author: Chithority.
last update publish date: 2026-04-03 23:19:47

Selene’s POV

The villa felt too quiet when I returned.

The low hum of the car faded as the gates shut behind me, sealing the world out, and for a long moment, I didn’t move. I remained seated, fingers curled tightly against my knees, my heartbeat loud in my ears, wild and uneven—like something trapped, desperate to escape.

The driver glanced at me through the mirror, hesitant, unsure if he should speak.

I gave the faintest shake of my head.

Silence.

When I finally stepped out, the late afternoo
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