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Chapter 8: A Game That Changes

Author: Ahsa
last update publish date: 2026-04-06 12:51:30

Chapter 8: A Game That Changes

The doctor’s steps came to a halt right in front of Lily.

The air in the room grew heavier.

No one moved.

No one dared to speak.

Aurora stood slightly to the side, her arms folded casually across her chest.

But her gaze… was sharp. Watching every reaction, no matter how small.

“Go ahead,” Aurora said softly.

A simple sentence that pushed the situation to a point of no return.

The doctor nodded, then turned to Lily. “Ma’am, may I examine your baby?”

His voice was p
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