The Surrogate's Reckoning
“Okay, Liora. Let's make a deal. You're going to take care of yourself and forget about everything else. In two months, Ronan will be a thing of the past. He will exist in our memories. I don't know if he will die or anything, but one thing I'm sure of is that he will not be able to disturb my family again. So smile, girl. Come on. We have a lot to live for, fight for, and be happy for.”
She sniffles again. This time, I use my thumb to wipe away the tears on her cheek, glaring at the glistening liquid as if it just killed someone. “Now, you should laugh. We don't want Selina seeing you like this, alright?”
As if I'm a prophet, the little lioness runs into the room at the same moment, jumping
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