The Phoenix Contract
“We’re under direct orders. You will leave.”
Bianca’s mouth opened to protest, but before she could utter another word, two of the men took a deliberate step forward. The unspoken threat was clear.
Eleanor turned back to Seraphina, eyes blazing. “This is what you want, then? To be surrounded by thugs? To turn your back on your family? Are you into dating thugs now?”
Seraphina’s grip tightened on the blanket. For the first time in her life, she didn’t feel small under their scrutiny. She felt something entirely different and powerful. “I’m not turning my back on anyone,” she said, her voice steady. “I’m choosing myself for once.”
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