But this time, the slap didn't land.

Serenity had already stepped forward and caught Romina's wrist mid-swing.

River was still holding Belle, so he couldn't retaliate. Serenity stepped in to protect the child—she didn't want Belle to get accidentally hurt.

Romina stared at Serenity.

The young woman was beautiful, poised, and clearly strong-she gave off the

vibe of a capable, no-nonsense woman.

When did River start seeing someone like her?

had never dated anyone. Could

admit-if she were a man, she'd be drawn to

Who even are you? Are you his wife? River

Those two kids are his niece and nephew. My husband is River's brother. Of course there's a resemblance-it's completely normal for family members to

she couldn't break free-River's sister-in-law was clearly trained in martial arts or

quickly scooped her up and stared

Serenity, and said, "Sister-in-law, it's fine.

asked, "River, do you know this

relationship was

scene to ruin

swollen, her handprint still visible. She'd hit him

President of the Lafond Group. I've known River for years. He's my arch-nemesis-we're

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