Liars Like Us - Book 1: Legacy of Lies
The roar of approval still rang in her ears as the men drained their glasses, Cruz’s hand heavy at her waist.
Valentina kept her crimson smile fixed, dazzling, untouchable. But Cruz’s words clung like shackles. Legacy. Bloodline. Future.
Each syllable pressed like a blade against the secret burning in her chest.
Her fingers trembled around the stem of her glass. She forced another sip, though the scent of wine soured her stomach. The nausea coiled, sudden and sharp, rising before she could choke it back.
For one heartbeat, her mask slipped.
Her hand flew to her lips, her eyes squeezing shut—a hush rippled near her, the music dimming in her ears.