Chapter 1 – The Secret She Never Wanted

Chapter 1 – The Secret She Never Wanted
Claire wasn't crying because of the bruise.
She barely noticed the sting on her cheek anymore.
What terrified her was Richard's smile.
Because it told her he believed he had finally won.
He took one slow step closer.
"You don't have to hide anymore," he whispered.
The ballroom fell completely silent.
Every guest looked from Richard...
to Claire...
to the distinguished silver-haired man standing beside her.
Richard smiled wider.
"Tell them."
Claire lowered her eyes.
"No."
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"Oh, come on."
"They deserve to know who you really are."