My Sister hurtful betrayal
Clara whispered to her reflection, “If Elianna wants war, then war she shall have.”
Breakfast in Shadows
The household gathered for breakfast in the grand dining hall, but the air was thick with unspoken tension. Servants moved quietly, setting silverware and pouring tea, their eyes flicking nervously between the sisters.
Clara entered gracefully, her chin lifted despite the ache in her heart. Adrian sat at the head of the table, his eyes shadowed from another sleepless night. Elianna was already there, her lips curved into a smile too sweet to be genuine.
“Good morning, dear sister,” Elianna said lightly, her tone dripping with false warmth. “You look pale. Did you not sleep well?”