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    Libby stepped in without hesitation, grabbing Whitney’s wrist in a firm grip. Her expression was icy, and the look she gave Whitney was enough to freeze her in ce. “Don’t ask for trouble.”


    Startled by Libby’s stern warning, Whitney quickly withdrew her hand.


    Lilith just grinned, sticking her tongue out. “Actually, I do think it’s something to brag about.”


    Sylvie observed the whole scene quietly, unbothered by the drama. When it looked like Whitney was about to break down in tears, Sylvie gently took her hand. “That’s enough. Let’s not make things worse.”


    Turning to Brenna, Sylvie’s patience snapped. “Don’t get cocky, Brenna. Sooner orter, you’ll pay for all of this. Mark my words, one day, I’ll have you begging for forgiveness! My family nearly lost everything because of you. I won’t forget that.”


    Brenna gave a light, dismissiveugh. “If you’re really so tough, then why not do something about it now? How long are you nning to wait to seek revenge? Until you’re old and gray? Please. Even in twenty years, your family won’t be in my league.”


    Sylvie’s hands balled into fists, her nails digging so deep into her palms that it hurt. She felt the sting of humiliation. “Don’t underestimate me! You’ve got some money, but so what? If you’re really that amazing… you…”


    She nced around, suddenly realizing she had nothing that could measure up to Brenna. Her gaze thennded on a table lined with drinks, and a spark of inspiration hit. “Alright then, how about a drinking contest? First one to get drunk has to apologize and steer clear of the winner from now on. Think you can handle that?”


    Sylvie wasn’t exactly a heavy drinker, but she doubted Brenna could hold her liquor.


    “Please, you should be smarter than that. That bet’s weak. If you want a real challenge, pick something else, or just leave.” Brenna waved off the idea, deciding Sylvie wasn’t worth the effort.<fnbd73> The rightful source is fι?dnοvel</fnbd73>


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    Finley stepped forward, his presence intimidating. Whitney immediately shrank behind Sylvie for cover. Already uneasy, Sylvie shrank back too, rendered speechless by the bodyguard’s presence. Reluctantly, she led Whitney away and back to their seats, defeated.


    Lilith let out a mockingugh. “I actually wanted to chat with Whitney, maybe ask where she’s working these days. But after the way she acted, I don’t see the point. She’s not worth my time.”


    Brenna took the menu from the waiter, picked out two dishes for herself, then handed it to Lilith, who ordered next, followed by Libby and Finley. Even though Libby and Finley were technically just her bodyguards, Brenna made sure to treat them as her friends.


    “So, how did Sylvie manage to get released from prison so early?” Brenna asked, her curiosity getting the best of her.


    Finley replied, “If someone behaves well in prison, they can get time knocked off their sentence. And if their family’s got the right connections, that will be even easier. That’s probably why she got out early.”


    Brenna gave a thoughtful nod. “That actually adds up.”


    While they were in the middle of their meal, Jordy arrived, a sweet-looking young woman by his side. She had the kind of fresh-faced innocence that screamed college student. Jordy’s eyes scanned the room, missing Brenna, but he spotted Sylvie right away.


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