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Chapter 58 - Use of Force

Author: Tabitha
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To be fair, Ayra hated this.

Hated how cruel and bothersome she had to be.

But if Lucian refused to acknowledge her, then she had to force his attention. No matter how ugly it got.

....

When Ayra stepped into the grand foyer, the staff had already gathered. There were more of them than she had realized—over a dozen pairs of wary eyes turned toward her as she entered.

She could feel their resentment like a thick fog in the air.

She took her place on the marble staircase, gripping the banister tightly before speaking. “You all had a day to leave,” she began, her voice cold. “And yet, you’re still here.”

The butler took a step forward, his face unreadable. “As we have stated, madam, we serve the master of the house. Not you.”

Ayra let out a quiet breath. She had expected this.

“Fine,” she said smoothly. “If you won’t leave willingly, then I’ll make you.”

At her cue, the front doors swung open.

A group of people stepped inside, dressed in crisp serving uniforms, their expressions neutral.
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