The King’s Broken Oath
“After we’ve paid for her schooling—after we’ve fed her and clothed her—she was sneaking out like a thief in the night!”
Luca’s expression shifted, but it wasn’t shock—it was something darker. Without a word, he struck Lidia hard across the face. Her head snapped to the side, the metallic taste of blood filling her mouth.
“How dare you,” he said coldly, “try to ruin my plans.” His voice dropped to a low, dangerous murmur as he fisted a hand in her hair, tilting her face up so she had no choice but to meet his gaze.
“Please, Uncle,” Lidia stammered, tears streaking her cheeks. “I wasn’t— I just… I was going to my friend’s house for the night—”
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