CHAPTER 39

She took a slow step forward, her heels clicking against the floor, savoring every moment of Valentina's humiliation.

"You acted all high and mighty, but in the end, you're just like every other beggar." She tilted her head mockingly, her smile widening. "Quiet. Defeated. Powerless that is who you're now."

She let out a satisfied laugh, shaking her head in fake pity.

"Honestly, I expected more fight from you."

Edward crossed his arms, watching Valentina closely.

"Nothing to say?" he taunted.

"No clever comebacks this time?"

Valentina took a deep breath, her nails digging into her palm. She wasn't going to give them what they wanted—she wouldn't break. Not in front of them.

But as she stood there in silence, she knew one thing for certain—this wasn't over.

At that moment Victoria leaned even more closer, her eyes glinting with malicious delight.