Chapter 0244

As Terry pulled me out onto the dance floor, I at least felt the relief of knowing Elva wouldn’t overhear

whatever terrible things Terry was sure to say to me. About me, or about my sister. This worked for me,

because I wanted answers.

Terry placed his hand on my waist. His other gripped my hand firmly.

I pushed my free hand to his shoulder, using my arm like a wedge to maintain distance between us.

Anytime Terry would try to tug me closer, I would push him back. It was a never–ending, exhausting little

game.

“What have you done to my sister?” I demanded.

He laughed. “What makes you think I’ve done anything to her?”

“She would never be with you.”

“Oh, darling Piper. So naïve. I assure you that Jane is my willing mistress. Never once have I forced her

to do anything against her will.”

drug in my champagne, I severely doubted the

maybe she didn’t care who else Terry hurt. Maybe she

twisted in

you will see for yourself,” Terry said. He was a good dancer, leading me

around the room. I hated that about him. I didn’t want him to be good

over, and you can

“Never,” I snapped.

like my vehement rejection mattered little

completed set.” He smiled to himself, a vile and

it would be like,

in my mouth. “I will never be yours. I’ll

be mine, but you will

“No.”

you are not meant to be Luna. Sooner or later, by the King’s direct command

be forced out of this competition. Then, when you have nowhere to

turn

the next time Elva is

a live–in doctor. How will little

name like a mockery. I hate the way his voice curls around it, cutting into

venomous baritone.

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