Layla’s POVThe moment he said “little niece,” I knew ….my grip tightened around the phone.For a second, I didn’t speak, I just stood there, my pulse was steady in a way that didn’t match the storm rising inside me.I looked up, Viktor was already watching me, his brows drew ogether, searching my face for answers.I gave him one.“It’s been a long time, Uncle.”Viktor’s eyes widened.that was all he needed.I turned and walked away from the busy hallway, needing space, somewhere quieter, somewhere I could hear him clearly and think.Viktor followed me without a word. We found a row of empty seats at the far end of the corridor and sat down.A soft chuckle came through the line.“Well,” Stanley said, his voice was smooth and familiar in the worst way. “It really has been a long time.”I leaned back slightly, my fingers tightened around the phone.“I thought I’d call,” he continued, “hear your voice… and maybe even offer my sympathy.”My lips curved into a small, humorless smile.“Sym
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