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Chapter 88

Author: Oma
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THE AGREEMENT

(Serena's POV)

I stood in Lysander's office, still processing what had just happened. Helena had left moments ago, but her presence lingered in the room like an expensive perfume.

"Your grandmother is terrifying," I said finally.

Lysander smiled. "She has that effect on people. But she's also incredibly powerful. With her help, you'll be untouchable."

"I said yes because I want Eleanor Blackwood to pay for what she did. But Lysander, there's something we need to discuss." My tone charged.

"What is it?"

I took a deep breath, pulling a seat. "Isabella. She asked me this morning if you could be her father."

Lysander's expression softened. "Serena, I would be honored to be a father figure to her."

"No." I said immediately, my voice firm. "That's exactly what I don't want. Lysander, you're a good man. You've been kind to both of us. But Isabella is getting too attached. She's confusing your kindness for something more permanent."

"Would that be so bad?"

"Yes. Because I don't
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