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?

never dated anyone. Could he really be into younger

were a man,

go!" Romina yelled. "You seduced my husband and still have the nerve to act high and mighty?! Who even are you? Are you his wife? River doesn't even have a girlfriend, so how can he have

said, "I'm River's sister-in-law, not his mistress! 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

free-River's sister-in-law was clearly

down beside Maverick, who quickly

River stood, took Romina's hand from Serenity, and said, "Sister-in-law, it's

"River, do you know this

relationship was

done it on purpose-made a scene to ruin River's reputation and sneak in a few

red and swollen, her handprint still visible.

Romina Lafond," she said proudly. "Vice President of the Lafond Group. I've known River for years. He's my

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